FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil vs Switzerland- Match Preview
FIFA World Cup 2018 favorites Brazil take on Switzerland in a mouth-watering clash on a blockbuster Sunday. The 5-time champions will be eager to start on a positive note and make the situation difficult for the Swiss army. Tite's side go in as strong favorites amidst all the depth and vitality in their side. Here is the match preview.
Team news and selection
Neymar has recovered from a broken foot and is set to play 'some role' in Brazil's opener. Neymar impressed one and all in the recent friendly matches. He will hold the key in attack alongside Gabriel Jesus and Philippe Coutinho. For Switzerland, key players Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri will be available after recent injury scares.
Viewpoint from respective camps
Brazilian defender Thiago Silva is impressed by what he has seen of Neymar and stated that the footballer is already playing at a high level. He also added that they hope to be world champions and re-write history. Swiss coach Vladimir Petkovic stated that they are not just there to make a lovely match, but rather win the tie.
Brazil have a world class feel about their squad
Brazil's squad is world class as they have talented players in every area. Coach Tite is spoilt for choices and it is the attack which looks breathtaking for the South American giants. Switzerland have a group of hard working players, but the question lies whether they will be able to match the intensity of their opponents.
Stat attack - Brazil vs Switzerland
The two sides last played in the World Cup in 1950 with the match ending 2-2. Brazil are unbeaten in their last 12 World Cup group games. In the CONMEBOL qualifiers, Neymar scored six and assisted eight to help his side finish atop. Switzerland have qualified for their fourth successive World Cup and an eleventh overall.
When and where to watch the match?
The match is scheduled at 11:30 PM IST. The Group E encounter will be played at the Rostov Arena. The game can be watched live on the Sony Ten network in both English and Hindi commentary. It can be streamed on Sony LIV.
