This equalization coming from nowhere deprives Switzerland of a victory which “would have been amply deserved” according to Murat Yakin and consummates its relegation to League B. “The disappointment is immense. For the players, for me, recognizes the coach. Maintaining was the first objective to achieve. Fortunately, this relegation does not call into question our seeded status for the draw for the preliminary round of the 2026 World Cup.
But before the draw on December 13, it is important to negotiate Monday’s match in Tenerife against Spain. “This match no longer has any stakes, it’s true. But opposite, there will be Spain. I will perhaps launch a new player like Amenda this evening, continues Murat Yakin. But the idea is not to disrupt the structure of the team.”
Suspended, Breel Embolo will not be on the trip to the Canaries. His absence opens a possibility for Andi Zeqiri to take the light. Introduced after the hour mark like Derek Kutesa and Joël Monteiro, the Vaudois brought new life to the team at the end of the match. “These three changes have been beneficial,” recognizes Murat Yakin.
“Once again, we had the momentum. We really wanted the 2-0. But we took too many risks, regrets Remo Freuler. This relegation is hard to take. But this evening’s match, ultimately , summed up our campaign very well.”
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