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# Switzerland

Last year
2022
# Moving On
'It's high time for you to leave Ronaldo alone' - Portugal coach
The veteran striker was a substitute for the first time at a World Cup since 2006 for his side’s last-16 match.
# hot prospect
Portugal's 21-year-old hero 'never dreamt' of hat-trick
Goncalo Ramos was handed a surprise start ahead of five-times Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo.
# Controversial
Portugal boss explains decision to drop Cristiano Ronaldo
Fernando Santos insists the call to leave the former Man United star on the bench was ‘purely strategic’.
# heir apparent
Ronaldo's replacement stars as Portugal seal World Cup last-8 spot in style
It was a memorable night for Goncalo Ramos against Switzerland.
# omission
Cristiano Ronaldo dropped for Portugal's last-16 clash
The former Manchester United forward has cast a shadow over Fernando Santos’ side during their time in Qatar.
# Upset
Switzerland stun out-of-sorts Spain
It was Luis Enrique’s side’s first defeat in the group in five games
# Great expectations
Holders Netherlands have to settle for draw in Euros opener
They earned a point against Sweden while in the other group game, Portugal drew 2-2 with Switzerland.
All time
# Setback
Northern Ireland's World Cup dream in jeopardy after controversial loss
Ian Baraclough’s side were beaten by Switzerland.
# standing out
Paul Pogba and Dele Alli among 10 players shortlisted for Uefa goal of the season
Patrik Schick and Sarah Zadrazil are also some of the contenders looking to win the award.
# Review
Ranking the 10 best games of Euro 2020
We also choose our favourite pundit, best goal and biggest disappointment.
# Contenders
Ranking the 8 remaining teams in the Euros
Belgium, Italy, Spain and others who could prevail.
# Take a Bow
'I’ll give Robert De Niro a call to see if he wants to play me' - Swiss shoot-out hero
Yann Sommer saved Kylian Mbappe’s spot-kick after a 3-3 draw following extra time.
# Sacre Bleu
Deschamps: 'Kylian took the responsibility... no-one is really angry with him'
Switzerland fought back from 3-1 down to force extra time before winning on penalties.
# Upset
Incredible scenes as world champions France dumped out of Euros
Switzerland triumphed 5-4 on penalties.
# Euro 2020
Kieffer Moore to the rescue as Wales hit back to snatch draw against Switzerland
The Cardiff striker headed home 16 minutes from time to earn the Dragons a point.
# Disappointment
England U21s suffer nightmare start at Euros
Switzerland striker Dan Ndoye’s late winner condemned the Young Lions to Group D defeat in Koper.
# problems
Celtic striker could be punished for diving
Albian Ajeti faces a potential two-match ban after being charged with simulation.
# causing havoc
Nations League game called off hours before kick-off as Ukraine's entire squad placed in quarantine
Andriy Shevchenko’s side have been badly hit by the virus, meaning they won’t be able to field a team against Switzerland this evening.
# Controversy
German FA defend decision to fly to Basel as fans rage
‘Stupid’, ‘anti-social’, ‘oblivious to the future’ – were some of the comments posted.
# Report
Impressive Swiss leave misfiring Germany frustrated
Joachim Loew’s men are now third in their Nations League group.
# Number 10
'He's a tremendous player' - Celtic sign Swiss striker from West Ham
23-year-old Albian Ajeti arrives in Glasgow on a four-year deal.
# Analysis
Aaron Connolly's big night ruined, as Ireland's lack of quality catches up with them
Mick McCarthy said beforehand that he didn’t feel any great sense of belief from those in the pre-match press conference. This 90 minutes showed why, writes David Sneyd.
# Opinion
Player ratings: How the Boys in Green fared against Switzerland
It was a disappointing night for Ireland, as they were beaten 2-0.
# Final 23
Stevens returns and Byrne makes way as Ireland squad finalised for Switzerland tonight
Enda Stevens missed the draw with Georgia due to suspension.
# Permutations
Here's what Ireland now need to do to qualify for Euro 2020
The Boys in Green will now almost certainly have to beat either Denmark or Switzerland in their final two games.
# group d
Denmark beat Switzerland to go level on points with Ireland
Yussuf Poulsen scored an 84th-minute winner, coolly slotting the ball home.
# Euro 2020
Shaqiri ends international exile but Liverpool man will miss Ireland qualifier
The Swiss FA say the 27-year-old is ready to make himself available once again. The upcoming double-header will come too soon, however.
# Stalemate
Big boost for Ireland's Euros hopes, as Georgia hold Denmark
The Danes, along with Switzerland, are widely regarded as Mick McCarthy’s side’s main rivals for qualification in the group.
# talking point
David McGoldrick, the hero against the Swiss, is the perfect symbol for this Irish team
The Sheffield United striker scored a vital equaliser last night.
# Bittersweet
'The night before I put the penalty in a different place. I changed my mind against Spain'
David Connolly on the good and bad times he experienced playing for Ireland.
# Talking Points
The strangely subdued build-up to Ireland's key qualifier
Plus, we assess the omission of Shane Long and how big a gamble it could prove to be.
# looking ahead
'There is no anxiety because Shaqiri is missing'
Switzerland insist they can cope with the absence of key players ahead of tomorrow’s crunch Ireland clash.
# Options
Do you agree with our predicted Ireland team to face Swizerland?
Mick McCarthy is not expected to make too many changes from previous starting XIs.
# Unavailable
Liverpool star to miss Ireland-Switzerland clash
Xherdan Shaqiri wants to focus on his club career at present.
# Minutes needed
McCarthy worried about lack of playing time for important players ahead of Switzerland qualifier
The Ireland boss says he may delay finalising his squad for the meeting with Switzerland at the Aviva Stadium.
# Tie
6-goal thriller between rivals sees Ireland go top of Group D
A remarkable comeback, starting in the 84th minute, saw the Danes earn a point.
# success
Ireland's group rivals Switzerland get off to winning start
Vladimir Petkovic’s side were too good for Georgia in Tbilisi today.
# Good to go
Ireland set to play Switzerland in Geneva
The Swiss are top seeds in Euro 2020 Group D and will face the Boys in Green on 15 October.
# Final Four
England to face Netherlands in Nations League semis next June
The semi-finals are set for 5 & 6 June in Portugal.
# Rivals
Here's what you need to know about Ireland's Euro 2020 qualifying opponents
The Boys in Green were paired with Switzerland, Denmark, Georgia and Gibraltar in Sunday’s Euro 2020 draw in Dublin.