Slovenia vs Switzerland Predictions & Tips - Swiss Tipped to Claim Nations League Spoils
Switzerland are tipped to win against Slovenia in their UEFA Nations League Group B1 fixture, with under 3.5 goals expected in Maribor. The Swiss have won all four group matches and have seen under 3.5 goals in seven of their last eight games. Slovenia, meanwhile, have struggled for form, losing two of their last five and seeing under 3.5 goals in 12 of their last 13 matches. Key players absent include Granit Xhaka for Switzerland and Benjamin Sesko for Slovenia, which may further limit the goal tally.
- Slovenia host Switzerland in a UEFA Nations League Group B1 clash
- Switzerland to win and under 3.5 goals tipped in Maribor on Friday
- Get our Slovenia vs Switzerland predictions in the UEFA Nations League
- Slovenia vs Switzerland Predictions
- Switzerland Backed to Maintain Perfect Group Record
- Slovenia vs Switzerland Head to Head
- Slovenia Stun Scots
- Switzerland Cruising Towards Promotion
- Slovenia vs Switzerland Squads & Team News
Slovenia vs Switzerland Predictions
Slovenia take on Switzerland on Friday in a vital UEFA Nations League Group B1 encounter.
The hosts have struggled to find much form in the past year, and could struggle against a strong Swiss side.
I have my money on a low-scoring away win this weekend.
Switzerland Backed to Maintain Perfect Group Record
- Slovenia lost 2 of their last 5 matches
- Slovenia have seen under 3.5 goals in 12 of their last 13 matches
- Switzerland won their last 4 matches
- Switzerland have seen under 3.5 goals in 7 of their last 8 matches
Slovenia vs Switzerland Head to Head
Slovenia and Switzerland have met on three occasions since 2020. Switzerland claimed two wins, while one match ended in a draw.
The Swiss claimed a 2-1 win in their most recent encounter last month.
Slovenia Stun Scots
Slovenia return to Maribor buoyed by an impressive 2-1 Nations League victory against Scotland last month.
Ryan Christie put Scotland ahead in the first half, before second-half goals from Aljosa Matko and Danijel Sturm secured a surprise comeback victory.
Bostjan Cesar's side controlled the second half and ended up as deserved winners at Hampden Park.
The visitors recorded three efforts on target against Scotland's six, but created four big chances compared to just two for the hosts.
The Slovenians had suffered their third defeat of the year three days earlier with a narrow 2-1 loss in Switzerland. Over a longer period, the Little Dragons had failed to win 11 of 13 previous internationals.
Four games into the Nations League campaign, Slovenia have picked up seven points from four fixtures and sit second in Group B1, five behind the Swiss.
A victory against the group leaders would keep the hosts in contention for automatic promotion to League A. They finish the group stage with an away fixture against North Macedonia on Monday.
Switzerland Cruising Towards Promotion
Switzerland continued their outstanding Nations League campaign with a comfortable 3-0 victory against North Macedonia in Lucerne last month.
Fabian Rieder opened the scoring before half-time, with Johan Manzambi and Dan Ndoye adding second-half goals to secure a convincing victory for Murat Yakin's side.
The Swiss controlled proceedings with 57% possession and registered 20 shots to North Macedonia's three. Switzerland recorded seven efforts on target while final xG totals emphasised their control of the contest (1.54-0.31).
An outstanding start to their Nations League campaign has seen Die Nati win each of their first four fixtures in League B, Group 1.
Before their easy win against North Macedonia, Yakin’s men claimed a 2-1 win against Slovenia after back-to-back 3-0 away wins over Scotland and North Macedonia.
Up to 12th in the FIFA World Rankings, Switzerland have lost only one of their last 24 international matches (in 90 minutes).
Yakin's men will secure first place and promotion to League A with a draw in Maribor. Their final group fixture is at home against Scotland on Monday.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Squads & Team News
Slovenia Squad
Goalkeepers: Jan Oblak (captain), Igor Vekic, Matevz Vidovsek.
Defenders: Jaka Bijol, Zan Karnicnik, Erik Janza, Vanja Drkusic, David Brekalo, David Zec, Srdjan Kuzmic, Jost Urbancic, Zan Zaletel, Relja Obric.
Midfielders: Benjamin Verbic, Adam Gnezda Cerin, Sandi Lovric, Tomi Horvat, Mark Zabukovnik, Tjas Begic, Adrian Zeljkovic.
Forwards: Andraz Sporar, Zan Vipotnik, Zan Celar, Danijel Sturm, Aljosa Matko.
Slovenia boss Bostjan Cesar named a 25-man squad for Slovenia's upcoming Nations League fixtures.
Erik Janza and David Zec are suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards, while Benjamin Sesko remains sidelined with a shin injury.
Atalanta defender Relja Obric is the only uncapped player included in the selection.
Zan Vipotnik is expected to continue in attack, with Aljosa Matko and Danijel Sturm pushing to retain their places after both scored in Glasgow.
Switzerland Squad
Goalkeepers: Gregor Kobel, Yvon Mvogo, Marvin Keller, Silas Huber.
Defenders: Ricardo Rodriguez, Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Eray Comert, Isaac Schmidt, Zachary Athekame, Sascha Britschgi, Adrian Bajrami, Roggerio Nyakossi.
Midfielders: Remo Freuler, Denis Zakaria, Djibril Sow, Michel Aebischer, Fabian Rieder, Johan Manzambi, Ardon Jashari, Alvyn Sanches.
Forwards: Breel Embolo, Ruben Vargas, Dan Ndoye, Zeki Amdouni, Cedric Itten, Winsley Boteli, Samuel Ballet.
Head coach Murat Yakin has named a 28-man squad for Friday's Nations League clash against Slovenia.
The Swiss boss will be without captain Granit Xhaka, who has withdrawn due to a calf injury.
Remo Freuler and Johan Manzambi are expected to anchor the midfield in his absence.
Breel Embolo returns to the squad following his involvement in a forged COVID-19 vaccination certificate scandal.
Ricardo Rodriguez, Joel Monteiro and Winsley Boteli have minor knocks but are expected to be available on Friday.
Verdict
Slovenia have struggled to find much winning form in the past 12 months, and they now face a difficult task against a Swiss side that have won all four group matches.
I'm backing Switzerland to win with under 3.5 goals expected in Maribor.
I'm backing Switzerland to win with under 3.5 goals expected in Maribor.
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