Belgium, the second best national team in the world, visit Switzerland for an international friendly match on Saturday, May 28, as the two sides step up their preparations for Euro 2016.
Switzerland, the hosts, come into this fixture having registered seven wins out of their last eight matches in the qualifiers. They were pooled in the same group with England, Slovenia, Estonia, Lithuania and San Marino.
On the other hand, Marc Wilmot’s men will be making their first return to the Euro competition since 2000. On paper, they are the favorites to win this duel. The Red Devils sit at the second spot in the latest FIFA World Rankings after losing the first spot to Argentina while their weekend opponents Switzerland sit at the 14th spot.
The Swiss could have a number of superstars lined up for this friendly, including the new Arsenal signing Granit Xhaka (below, left). Perhaps, fans of the North London club could keep an eye on this friendly to watch their latest catch in action for the first time since switching from Borussia Monchengladbach to the Emirates Stadium.
Belgium could also feature a star-studded squad in preparation for the Euros. Expect the likes of Romelu Lukaku, Kevin de Bruyne, Eden Hazard (captain), and Maourane Fellaini to lead the hunt for goals against La Nati.
Head to head
- This will be the first friendly game between the two sides
- The two countries have clashed six times
- The six meetings have either been Euro qualifiers or FIFA World Cup qualifiers
- The last time the two sides met was back in 1989 for the World Cup qualifier, and the game ended in a two-all draw
- Out of the six meetings, Switzerland have won three, drawn one and lost two
Which channel is broadcasting Switzerland vs Belgium on TV or Online?
USA: On ESPN3 USA, ESPN2 or WATCH ESPN at 10:15 EDT.
Switzerland: Tune in to SFV Play, RTS Sport, RTS Deux, SRF zwei or RSI La 2 at 16:15 CEST to watch Switzerland vs Belgium live.
Belgium: Follow the action on RTBF LiveCenter or La Une at 16:15 CEST.
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