Qatar vs Switzerland Live is the Group B opener you don’t want to miss — the Maroons face a tough European test at Levi’s Stadium on June 13.
This article covers kick-off times, every streaming option, a full match preview, both squads, and our prediction.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Qatar vs Switzerland |
| Date | Saturday, June 13, 2026 |
| Kick-off (ET) | 3:00 PM ET |
| Kick-off (GMT) | 7:00 PM GMT |
| Kick-off (BST) | 8:00 PM BST |
| Kick-off (Qatar Local) | 10:00 PM AST (Arabia Standard Time) |
| Kick-off (Switzerland Local) | 9:00 PM CEST |
| Venue | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California, USA |
| Stage | Group B — Matchday 1 |
How to Watch Qatar vs Switzerland Live Stream Online
USA — FOX Sports / Fubo
- Visit foxsports.com or download the FOX One app on your device.
- Sign in with your cable/satellite provider credentials, or subscribe via Fubo for a streaming-only option.
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and select Qatar vs Switzerland.
- The match is also available on Peacock (Spanish: Telemundo) and Tubi for free with ads.
Canada — TSN / CTV
- Visit tsn.ca or download the TSN app on iOS or Android.
- Log in with your cable TV provider or subscribe to TSN Direct for a standalone streaming package.
- CTV offers free-to-air streaming via ctv.ca — no subscription required.
- Select the World Cup section and find Qatar vs Switzerland under Group B fixtures.
UK — ITV / ITVX
- This match is broadcast on ITV1 in the UK — available free-to-air on standard TV.
- To stream online, visit itvx.com or download the ITVX app.
- Create a free ITVX account (no payment required) and navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub.
- Coverage begins approximately 30 minutes before the 8:00 PM BST kick-off.
Australia — SBS / SBS On Demand
- SBS holds the World Cup rights in Australia and is broadcasting matches free-to-air.
- Visit sbs.com.au or download the SBS On Demand app.
- Create a free SBS account and navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section.
- Select Qatar vs Switzerland — note the match kicks off at approximately 5:00 AM AEST on June 14.
Qatar — beIN Sports
- Qatar’s Group B match is available via beIN SPORTS and the beIN CONNECT app.
- Download the beIN CONNECT app on your device or visit beinsports.com.
- Subscribe to a beIN Sports package or log in with your existing credentials.
- Find the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and select Qatar vs Switzerland at 10:00 PM AST.
Switzerland — SRF / RTS / RSI
- Switzerland’s national broadcaster SRG SSR holds free-to-air rights for all Swiss World Cup matches.
- German-speaking viewers: stream via srf.ch/play or the SRF Play app.
- French-speaking viewers: stream via rts.ch/play; Italian-speaking viewers: use RSI Play.
- All three platforms are free to access with no subscription required — kick-off at 9:00 PM CEST.
Travelling abroad and want to watch your home stream? A reputable VPN such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN can help you securely access your home broadcaster’s platform from overseas.
Simply connect to a server in your home country before launching the streaming app. Always check local laws before using a VPN service.
Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Qatar vs Switzerland?
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Kick-off Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX, Telemundo, Tubi | 3:00 PM ET |
| Canada | TSN, CTV, RDS | 3:00 PM ET |
| UK | ITV1, ITVX | 8:00 PM BST |
| Australia | SBS, SBS On Demand | 5:00 AM AEST (Jun 14) |
| Qatar | beIN Sports, beIN Connect | 10:00 PM AST |
| Switzerland | SRF (German), RTS (French), RSI (Italian) | 9:00 PM CEST |
FOX and Telemundo in the USA are pay-TV channels, though Tubi offers a free ad-supported stream for US viewers.
In the UK, ITV1 is fully free-to-air, while Switzerland fans can enjoy free coverage on all three regional SRG SSR broadcasters — making this one of the most accessible Group B matches for home viewers on both sides.
Match Preview
Switzerland arrive at Levi’s Stadium as clear favourites — sitting 19th in the FIFA rankings and backed by a squad packed with Bundesliga, Serie A, and Premier League talent, Murat Yakin’s side will be targeting maximum points from the off.
Qatar, meanwhile, are embarking on their first ever qualified World Cup campaign, having reached the 2022 tournament as hosts, which adds both pride and pressure to every moment on the pitch.
Tactically, Switzerland are expected to operate in their familiar 4-3-3 shape, pressing high and exploiting wide channels through Ndoye and Vargas.
Qatar under coach Julen Lopetegui will likely sit compact in a 4-5-1 block, looking to frustrate and hit on the counter through Akram Afif’s electric pace on the flanks.
Squad news from both camps looks relatively settled, with no major injury concerns confirmed at the time of writing — though all selections remain subject to fitness leading up to kick-off.
Santa Clara’s vibrant atmosphere, with fans from across the globe in attendance, should make Levi’s Stadium a cauldron — one that could either galvanise Qatar’s underdog spirit or simply underline the quality gap.
Qatar Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Meshaal Barsham | Al-Sadd SC |
| 2 | GK | Salah Zakaria | Al-Duhail SC |
| 3 | GK | Shehab Elleithy | Al-Shahania SC |
| 4 | DEF | Boualem Khoukhi | Al-Sadd SC |
| 5 | DEF | Pedro Miguel | Al-Sadd SC |
| 6 | DEF | Sultan Al Brake | Al-Duhail SC |
| 7 | DEF | Al-Hashmi Al-Hussain | Al-Arabi SC |
| 8 | DEF | Ayoub Al-Alawi | Al-Gharafa SC |
| 9 | DEF | Issa Laye | Al-Arabi SC |
| 10 | DEF | Lucas Mendes | Al-Wakrah SC |
| 11 | DEF | Bassam Al-Rawi | Al-Duhail SC |
| 12 | DEF | Niall Mason | Qatar SC |
| 13 | MID | Ahmed Fathi | Al-Arabi SC |
| 14 | MID | Jassim Gaber | Al-Rayyan SC |
| 15 | MID | Assim Madibo | Al-Wakrah SC |
| 16 | MID | Abdulaziz Hatem | Al-Rayyan SC |
| 17 | MID | Karim Boudiaf | Al-Duhail SC |
| 18 | MID | Mohammed Mannai | Al-Shamal SC |
| 19 | MID | Homam Al-Amin | Cultural Leonesa |
| 20 | FWD | Almoez Ali | Al-Duhail SC |
| 21 | FWD | Akram Afif | Al-Sadd SC |
| 22 | FWD | Tahsin Mohammed | Al-Duhail SC |
| 23 | FWD | Edmilson Junior | Al-Duhail SC |
| 24 | FWD | Mohammed Muntari | Al-Gharafa SC |
| 25 | FWD | Hassan Al-Haydos (C) | Al-Sadd SC |
| 26 | FWD | Ahmed Al-Janahi | Al-Gharafa SC |
Key Players to Watch
- Akram Afif: Qatar’s most dangerous attacker and a two-time AFC Asian Cup winner, Afif’s direct dribbling and delivery are the Maroons’ primary threat against any European backline.
- Almoez Ali: Qatar’s all-time top scorer and the AFC qualifying top scorer with 12 goals, Ali brings tireless movement and clinical finishing — he’ll need to be at his best here.
- Hassan Al-Haydos (C): The captain brings 188 caps and 41 international goals into this tournament, and his leadership and game-reading could prove crucial when Qatar need to hold their shape.
Switzerland Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Gregor Kobel | Borussia Dortmund |
| 2 | GK | Yvon Mvogo | Lorient |
| 3 | GK | Marvin Keller | Young Boys |
| 4 | DEF | Manuel Akanji | Inter Milan |
| 5 | DEF | Nico Elvedi | Borussia Mönchengladbach |
| 6 | DEF | Ricardo Rodriguez | Real Betis |
| 7 | DEF | Silvan Widmer | Mainz 05 |
| 8 | DEF | Miro Muheim | Hamburger SV |
| 9 | DEF | Aurèle Amenda | Eintracht Frankfurt |
| 10 | DEF | Eray Cömert | Valencia |
| 11 | DEF | Luca Jaquez | VfB Stuttgart |
| 12 | MID | Granit Xhaka (C) | Sunderland |
| 13 | MID | Remo Freuler | Bologna |
| 14 | MID | Denis Zakaria | Monaco |
| 15 | MID | Ardon Jashari | AC Milan |
| 16 | MID | Djibril Sow | Sevilla |
| 17 | MID | Michel Aebischer | Pisa |
| 18 | MID | Johan Manzambi | SC Freiburg |
| 19 | MID | Fabian Rieder | Augsburg |
| 20 | MID | Rubén Vargas | Sevilla |
| 21 | MID | Christian Fassnacht | Young Boys |
| 22 | FWD | Breel Embolo | Rennes |
| 23 | FWD | Dan Ndoye | Nottingham Forest |
| 24 | FWD | Noah Okafor | Leeds United |
| 25 | FWD | Zeki Amdouni | Burnley |
| 26 | FWD | Cedric Itten | Fortuna Düsseldorf |
Key Players to Watch
- Granit Xhaka (C): Switzerland’s record appearance-maker with 145 caps, Xhaka controls the tempo from deep and is the heartbeat of everything Yakin builds — his experience in big tournament moments is unmatched in this squad.
- Breel Embolo: The team’s top scorer with 24 international goals, Embolo’s combination of power, movement, and hold-up play make him the focal point of Switzerland’s attack — and a real danger for Qatar’s defence.
- Dan Ndoye: The Nottingham Forest winger brings explosive pace and directness that can terrorise any fullback; his ability to decide tight moments with a single run makes him Switzerland’s most electric wide threat.
Upcoming Match Schedule
Qatar — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2026 | Switzerland | Group B, MD1 | Levi’s Stadium | 3:00 PM |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Canada | Group B, MD2 | BC Place | 6:00 PM |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Group B, MD3 | Lumen Field | 3:00 PM |
Switzerland — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2026 | Qatar | Group B, MD1 | Levi’s Stadium | 3:00 PM |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Group B, MD2 | SoFi Stadium | 3:00 PM |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Canada | Group B, MD3 | BC Place | 3:00 PM |
Qatar vs Switzerland Prediction
Switzerland hold a decisive edge in quality, squad depth, and European tournament pedigree — Embolo, Xhaka, and Akanji give Yakin a spine that is simply several levels above what Qatar’s domestically-based squad can match.
The Maroons’ compact defensive shape and Afif’s creativity could cause Switzerland uncomfortable moments, particularly on the counter, but the gulf in class is too wide to ignore over 90 minutes.
A 2–0 Switzerland victory looks the most likely outcome — Embolo and Ndoye are both capable of breaking a stubborn Qatar block — though as this is World Cup football, an early Qatar set-piece or defensive mistake could always shift the narrative in an instant.
FAQs
What time does Qatar vs Switzerland kick off?
The match kicks off at 3:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM BST on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Swiss fans should note that local kick-off is 9:00 PM CEST.
Where can I watch Qatar vs Switzerland in the UK?
The match is broadcast free-to-air on ITV1 in the UK, with a free live stream also available via the ITVX app and website — no subscription required.
What is the head-to-head record between Qatar and Switzerland?
The two sides have met only once before — a 1–0 friendly win for Qatar back in 2018, making this their first-ever competitive meeting at a major tournament.
Who is the key player to watch in Qatar vs Switzerland?
All eyes will be on Akram Afif for Qatar and Breel Embolo for Switzerland — Afif is Qatar’s most creative threat, while Embolo’s 24 international goals make him the man most likely to break the deadlock.
Will Qatar cause an upset against Switzerland?
Switzerland are strong favourites given their FIFA ranking (19th) and squad quality, but Qatar’s disciplined defensive structure and Afif’s ability on the counter means an upset, while unlikely, is never impossible in World Cup football.
