In Euro 2024, Switzerland once again proved to be a tough and difficult opponent to beat. They started with a 0:2 loss as a guest against Denmark, but conceded the goals after already being reduced to ten men. As a host, Switzerland has not suffered a loss in the past two years, when they lost to Spain 0:1 in the Nations League.
Spain failed to start their title defense in the Nations League with a victory. Despite their domination, they only managed a 0:0 draw as a guest against Serbia on Thursday. Spain's last loss as a guest was last year against Scotland in the Euro qualifiers. Lately, Spain has been winning almost all of their matches, but it wouldn't be a surprise if they fail to secure a victory this time.
Prediction: +1.5 AH for SwitzerlandSwitzerland remains a very tough opponent. It wouldn't be a surprise if they don't even lose to Spain on their home turf. The European champions have shown they can be stopped, but I will still try with a +1.5 Asian Handicap for Switzerland, even if Spain manages to win again here, I don't believe it will be by more than one goal.
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At first glance, this is a match that could end in any possible way, but in fact there are several factors that make us think that Spain will win. Both teams had tough away games, Spain against Serbia, and Switzerland against Denmark, and within four days they have to play two matches at a very high level, which means that the depth in Spain's squad will give La Furia an advantage. In addition, three very important players will be missing from Switzerland's squad - goalkeeper Yann Sommer, defender Fabian Sch?r, and forward Xherdan Shaqiri. All three have withdrawn from the national team and will be absent.
In Spain's squad, Rodrigo returns. The Manchester City midfielder was absent during the game against Serbia due to suspension, but now he is available for coach De la Fuente and he will be able to use him. And although Rodrigo will be the first Swiss player in history to be a candidate for the Ballon d'Or Granit Xhaka, Spain is unlikely to have a problem in the center, as Rodrigo himself is a strong contender for the individual award.
Let's not forget that this match will be played in Geneva and the Swiss will probably try to impress the local crowd with a more offensive setup on the field. This means there will be space for the Spanish attackers, and they usually take advantage of it. Here are a few arguments that make us think Spain will win this match.
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