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Switzerland did not set the pace against Spain. Against Ukraine he will have to take the reins again. It is not an easy task.
“We will have more possession”, “we have to play the game” or “each player has to take responsibility” – statements like this can be heard in abundance on the Swiss pitch ahead of the decisive Nations League game against Ukraine.
A completely different game
Saturday was mainly about being safe defensively against the Spanish forts. The Swiss were not primarily concerned with high pressure and a lot of possession in the opposite half of the field. It will be different against Ukraine. The national team is expected to play there.
In particular, the creative ideas of Xherdan Shaqiri will be in demand. But the Liverpool mercenary says: ‘We have a lot of players who can be creative. Everybody has to try something for themselves and take responsibility. “The Swiss have to dispense with the services of Remo Freuler, the scorer in the 1-0 win against Spain, who is suspended.
It’s easier mentally when we know exactly what to do.
The starting point for Vladimir Petkovic’s team is clear: what is required is a 1-0, 2-1 or a victory with more than one goal difference, this is the only way for the national team to “stay up ”in League A.
Praise the opponent
“It’s easier mentally if we know exactly what we’re going to do,” says Petkovic. You expect your team to be “more specific.” “The rival is very uncomfortable, strong in the race and gives everything for 90 minutes.” The Swiss experienced in the first leg how uncomfortable it is to play against the Ukrainians. At that time the national team lost 1: 2.
Petkovic’s confidence in his team is great, especially after the appearance against Spain. Same goal: “We really want to stay in League A!”
