Gareth Southgate has made one enforced change from his team that defeated Slovakia, as Ezri Konsa replaces Marc Guehi.
After an initially dismal first-half performance from England, Switzerland took the lead when Dan Ndoye deflected off John Stones for Breel Embolo to score. If you’re looking for more insights and comparisons, check out the detailed England national football team vs Switzerland national football team stats to see how both teams have performed historically.
England National Football Team
The Three Lions have an impressive record against Switzerland, winning nine and drawing four. But in recent years, Switzerland have improved substantially and become formidable opponents themselves – especially with Granit Xhaka and Manuel Akanji as leaders of their squads. Thus England must not underestimate them.
Breel Embolo opened scoring for Switzerland but Harry Kane equalised shortly after half time to level the match up and make for a closely-contested second half battle, where Switzerland proved tough to break down in the final third.
At first, both teams struggled to create many attacking opportunities in the first half. Play was predominantly centred around the halfway line but after half time the pace picked up significantly with both sides looking for ways to push forward and threaten with set-pieces.
Jordan Pickford made several significant saves to keep England’s score under control while their defence held strong and maintained shape.
Raheem Sterling led England in an outstanding first half performance, disconcerting Swiss defense with his pace and dribbling ability. A key figure throughout the tournament, Manchester City star Raheem Sterling continues to play an influential role for England as they continue their impressive form.
Switzerland National Football Team
The national football team of Switzerland is an international professional association football team representing Switzerland internationally in international competition. A member of FIFA and UEFA, its headquarters can be found in Bern. Competitors compete in UEFA Nations League matches as well as major tournaments like World Cup or European Championships.
Switzerland has an enviable international track record. They have participated in 17 World Cups – twice reaching the semi finals – as well as 10 European Championships where they never managed to claim victory.
England has experienced several national coaches over time, such as Sven Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello. However, under each manager the national teams had mixed performances at international tournaments, winning one match outright while losing nine others.
Harry Kane celebrated his 100th international appearance by scoring two goals during England’s 2-2 UEFA Nations League tie against Finland at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday. Kane’s second goal came thanks to Manchester City teammate David Silva’s intelligent pass that helped England get back into the match. His goal marked Kane’s 100th international appearance as well as marking 100 goals scored since joining international football.
Traditional home kits consist of red shirts paired with white shorts and socks; however, this can be altered according to local tradition or in order to avoid clashing colors with an opponent team. Their current kit, manufactured by Puma and first worn in their 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Israel was first seen being used during that matchup.
Goals of England National Football Team vs Switzerland National Football Teams
England’s players had no success scoring from open play during the first half; most of their shots were blocked or deflected into the side-netting by Swiss defence.
However, both teams remain tied at halftime. Both will need to become more daring in open play if they wish to progress further, but for now the game remains delicately balanced.
Foden attempts to play an over-the-top ball for Saka, but his low cross into the penalty area was cleared away by defender Schar. England should seize this chance!
Embolo maliciously collides with Bellingham and brings him down inside Switzerland’s half. The referee opts to keep his cards hidden but award a free-kick to Three Lions.
Deep set-piece is launched into the box, targeting Konsa at the back post. Unfortunately, his attempt misses its target and turns behind for a goal-kick.
Eze’s low cross gives Arsenal midfielder Eze an opening six yards from goal, yet his shot fails to pass Sommer and go in. A rare chance!
Cards of England National Football Team vs Switzerland National Football Teams
England were forced to work hard and were fortunate to survive a last-ditch equaliser from Switzerland, yet managed to advance to the semifinals of a European Championship for the first time since 1954 World Cup.
First half was relatively even and neither team managed to create clear-cut chances. Kobbie Mainoo saw his shot blocked by Michel Aebischer while John Stones blocked Granit Xhaka before England began to find their groove. Bukayo Saka, making his first start after over a month out injured, proved particularly dangerous down right. Twice beating his man before cutting back for Declan Rice who saw weak efforts blocked by Aebischer while late drive from Arsenal player was deflected wide by Stones.
After an intense and nail-biting final 15 minutes, penalties were called. England eventually prevailed 5-2 as Saka, Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Ivan Toney and Trent Alexander-Arnold scored their spot kicks. Jordan Pickford blocked Manuel Akanji’s effort while Trent Alexander-Arnold secured victory by scoring his penalty of the evening.
Gareth Southgate made one key change to his England side that defeated Slovakia, replacing suspended left centre-back Marc Guehi with Ezri Konsa as his left centre-back replacement. Otherwise he employed his usual system, with Trippier patrolling the left flank and pushing forward-position wing-backs; Manchester United player Anthony Martial had freedom to drift inward and provide threat through passing, while this formation also ensured England stifled Dan Ndoye and Bukayo Saka threat; England have now won four out of their last five penalties at major tournaments under Southgate, remaining undefeated under Southgate as head manager.
Possession
England Win 5-3 On Penalty Kicks
England are in Dusseldorf looking to overcome their shootout demons and advance to the semifinals. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s stunning curling strike gave Gareth Southgate’s side an important win after Breel Embolo and Bukayo Saka had tied things up at 3-3 after extra time’s first period had begun.
Embolo gets off the first shot on target for either team after latching onto Remo Freuler’s pass and holding off Ezri Konsa to fire a low left-footed strike straight at Pickford. Phil Foden then launches a set-piece into Sommer’s penalty area looking for Trippier but he only manages to head it down and behind for a corner kick.
Konsa then attempted to turn his back on Xherdan Shaqiri but was sent tumbling by an outstanding challenge from Arsenal midfielder Xavier Rieder, sending England on an attempted breakaway which Shaqiri’s pass was intercepted by and which they failed to capitalise upon due to it not reaching him in time.
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey replaces Foden after he sustained an injury, making his debut appearance at this tournament. Konsa is removed for Cole Palmer as Southgate seeks to inject more pace and movement into their attack.
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