The Switzerland national football team is starting the World Cup year with a squad that includes eight Bundesliga professionals. National coach Murat Yakin named a 26-man squad on Thursday for the international matches on March 27 in Basel against the DFB team and four days later in Oslo against Norway. The Nati squad with eight Bundesliga professionals includes players from eight different German clubs and does not include any newcomers. Yakin emphasizes the sporting preparation: the team is traveling to the matches without any major injury concerns. The selection reflects different positions and player types, from defensive stability to variations in the offense. Captain Granit Xhaka leads the 26-man squad, Yakin praised Xhaka's character and resilience. The matches serve the purpose of testing the squad and preparing tactically for the World Cup year, in which the Nati wants to form itself for greater tasks. The Switzerland national football team will face the DFB team in Basel on March 27, four days later the duel with Norway will take place in Oslo. Yakin is optimistic before the matches: 'We are looking forward to playing against two top teams in Europe.' The Nati will take to the field with a strong squad that includes experienced players like Gregor Kobel, Aurèle Amenda, and Nico Elvedi. The Switzerland national football team is ready for the challenges that the World Cup year will bring. The team's preparation is in full swing, and the players are eager to take on the best teams in Europe. With a strong squad and a good preparation, the Switzerland national football team is confident that it can achieve great things in the World Cup year.