| Both teams have secured their place in the knockout stage. Canada currently even has the better chance of finishing first, primarily due to their superior goal difference and, consequently, the fact that a draw would be enough for Marsch's team to secure first place. The importance of Canada advancing to the round of 32 as group winners is underscored by the fact that only then they will continue the tournament on home soil, specifically in Vancouver. Finishing second or potentially third would require them to travel to the USA. It's also clear, that the Swiss possess slightly more depth on paper and have gained plenty of confidence from their resounding victory against Bosnia. Even in the event of a defeat, second place is unlikely to be lost to Yakin's team, so from a tactical perspective it's expected that the Swiss will play for victory without much regard for the consequences. |
