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Switzerland impresses with 3-0 win without Xhaka and Embolo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 12:43 PM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Switzerland impresses with 3-0 win without Xhaka and Embolo
Summary

Switzerland achieved a convincing 3-0 win against North Macedonia in Skopje, capitalizing on goals from Remo Freuler and Zeki Amdouni. The team is without key players Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo, both absent due to off-field issues. The Swiss will face Scotland next, looking to build on this performance. This victory marks Switzerland's first Nations League match of the season following successful World Cup outings, demonstrating their competitive depth despite missing key individuals.

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By the Numbers
  • •Switzerland won 3-0 against North Macedonia in Skopje.
  • •Remo Freuler scored his first international goal in nearly two years.
  • •Zeki Amdouni added two goals, highlighting offensive strength.
  • •Granite Xhaka and Breel Embolo are unavailable due to personal matters.
  • •Switzerland's next match is against Scotland in the Nations League.
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  • 12:44 PMYahoo Sports — Swiss hail 'great job' without Xhaka & Embolo
  • 12:43 PMBBC Football — Swiss hail 'great job' without Xhaka & Embolo before Scotland trip
What they're saying
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Switzerland feel they did "a great job" of compensating for the loss of Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo as they head to face Scotland on the back of an impressive 3-0 win in North Macedonia.

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Switzerland feel they did "a great job" of compensating for the loss of Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo as they head to face Scotland on the back of an impressive 3-0 win in North Macedonia.

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