Switzerland's national team secured a commanding 3-0 victory over North Macedonia in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday. The win, managed by Murat Yakin, extends the side's winning streak to four matches and strengthens their position in League B.
The Match
Switzerland dominated possession in the first half but had to wait until just before the break for the opening goal. Fabian Rieder scored in the 43rd minute to make it 1-0. The Nati increased the pressure after halftime. Substitute Johan Manzambi, who had come on for Djibril Sow at the break, found the net in the 73rd minute following an assist from Dan Ndoye. The provider turned scorer eight minutes later, sealing the 3-0 result. The Swiss controlled the game with 57 percent possession and 20 shots, seven of which were on target, while the hosts failed to register a single shot on goal.
By the Numbers
The statistics show Switzerland's clear superiority. Alongside the high shot count and possession, they also won eight corners to North Macedonia's three. The only booking of the night went to the hosts' Agon Elezi for a foul in the 37th minute. This victory was the second 3-0 win over North Macedonia in ten days. The team's recent form is impressive, with four wins in their last five matches.
What's Next
Buoyed by this result, Switzerland head into their next assignment with confidence. Their next competitive fixture is away to Slovenia on November 13th, where they will aim to continue their positive run. The season's top scorer is Johan Manzambi with three goals in four appearances. Yakin's lineup against North Macedonia featured Yvon Mvogo in goal and a back four of Silvan Britschgi, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, and Ricardo Rodríguez. The midfield consisted of Remo Freuler, Vincent Sierro, Djibril Sow, and Fabian Rieder, with Dan Ndoye and Zeki Amdouni leading the attack.
Manager Murat Yakin confirmed on Wednesday that Switzerland have not conceded a second-half goal in their last six matches. The team most recently beat North Macedonia 3-0 on October 6. Yakin said, "It's a sign of our concentration until the end."
Switzerland leads Group B1 with twelve points and has a five-point lead over second-placed Slovenia, the Swiss Football Association stated on Wednesday. The team has finished its last five competitive matches with four wins and one loss. According to the association, direct promotion back to League A is now almost assured.
The Swiss Football Association confirmed on Friday that Zeki Amdouni was involved in all three goals in the first leg against North Macedonia on September 26. The match ended 3-0. The association noted the team kept a clean sheet in its first two group games.
The Swiss Football Association confirmed on Friday that the match on October 6th took place at the Thermoplan Arena in Lucerne. The match, which Switzerland won 3-0, was broadcast live on free TV by SRF zwei. Pre-match coverage began at 8:15 p.m., the association stated.
