Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
FC Basel 1893 · Euro Championship - Qualification · Midfielder · #10 · Switzerland · 34 yrs
X. Shaqiri plays as a midfielder for FC Basel 1893. X. Shaqiri is a represents Switzerland, 34 years old, midfielder, currently at FC Basel 1893. X. Shaqiri wears shirt number 10 for FC Basel 1893. X. Shaqiri was born in Gjilan, Kosovo on 1991-10-10. X. Shaqiri is 169 cm tall and weighs 72 kg. X. Shaqiri's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Euro Championship - Qualification, UEFA Nations League, DFB Pokal, Schweizer Cup, and other leagues. X. Shaqiri's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore X. Shaqiri season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2025 |  FC Basel 1893 BAS |
| 2024 | FC Basel 1893 BAS |
| 2024 |  Switzerland SUI |
| 2023 |  Chicago Fire CHI |
| 2023 | Switzerland SUI |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-16 | Free | Chicago Fire CHI | FC Basel 1893 BAS |
| 2022-02-09 | € 7.3M |  Lyon LYO | Chicago Fire CHI |
| 2021-08-23 | € 6M |  Liverpool LIV | Lyon LYO |
Season intelligence
Profile as Midfielder: creator, high usage. Archetype: Wide creator. Season rating 7.9.
Scaled 0–99 from season output — map to fantasy, comparisons, or scouting cards.
Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
Isolation threat and progressive carrying — volume plus success rate.
How often they draw fouls and stay out of trouble with cards.
Tackles, duels, and off-ball defensive contribution.
Shot-stopping, goals conceded, and penalty saves.
Minutes, availability, and how central they were to the team.
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Switzerland has shown a great consistency over the years, but the lack of stars and hierarchy has made them struggle to make history in the World Cup. Switzerland may not have come close to lifting the trophy, but La Nati have been one of Europe’s most consistent World Cup participants. Across both the early years of the competition and the modern era, Switzerland has been a reliable if unpredictable presence on the global stage. Including the 2026 edition co-hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States, Switzerland has appeared in 13 World Cups, missing 10 editions in total. Their darkest stretch came between Mexico 1970 and Italy 1990, a span during which they failed to qualify for six consecutive tournaments. The knockout stage has been Switzerland’s persistent stumbling block in recent history. After advancing from the group phase in 1994, 2006, 2014, 2018, and 2022, their tournament ended in the very next round each time. Now, after topping Group B and navigating yet another group stage unbeaten, La Nati are eager to finally break that pattern. Switzerland’s best World Cup campaigns Despite their modern struggles in the knockout rounds, Switzerland has historically reached the quarterfinals on three occasions, which remains the nation’s best-ever finish in the competition. Xherdan Shaqiri of Switzerland looks dejected after the elimination from the 2022 World Cup against Portugal. The first came in their World Cup debut at the 1934 tournament in Italy, where they defeated the Netherlands 3-2 before falling to eventual runners-up Czechoslovakia by the same scoreline in the quarterfinals. Four years later in France, their run ended at the same stage with a 2-0 defeat to Hungary, who went on to reach the final. Switzerland’s third and most recent quarterfinal appearance came on home soil at the 1954 World Cup, when they were the host nation. That tournament also gifted the sport one of its most remarkable footnotes, as the Swiss were part of the highest-scoring match in World Cup history. In that quarterfinal against Austria, extreme heat played a role as Switzerland stormed to a 3-0 lead within 19 minutes, only for the match to swing completely in Austria’s favor. The Austrians rallied to win a remarkable 7-5 thriller, a result that made history for the competition but left the Swiss with one of the most painful exits in their World Cup story. Switzerland’s overall World Cup record Across 13 World Cup appearances, Switzerland has reached the quarterfinals three times, their best-ever finish in the competition. Their consistency in the group stage has been enough to place them 17th on the tournament’s all-time points leaderboard with 50 points accumulated over the years. Excluding their current 2026 campaign, Switzerland has played 41 World Cup matches in total, posting 13 wins, 9 draws, and 19 defeats for a win rate of 40.65%. They have scored 55 goals and conceded 73, a record they will be looking to improve as this tournament progresses.
Full preview of Switzerland for the 2026 World Cup, including squad breakdown, key players, and tactical analysis of their chances. Switzerland enters the 2026 tournament as one of the most tactically disciplined sides in international soccer. Currently ranked 19th globally, the Swiss have built a reputation as a difficult opponent. They have reached the knockout stages in three consecutive global tournaments. Following the retirements of veterans like Xherdan Shaqiri and Yann Sommer, captain Granit Xhaka now leads a roster that blends experienced leadership with emerging talent. Drawn into Group B alongside Canada, Qatar, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, expectations are high for a deep run. This World Cup 2026 team preview breaks down the Switzerland tactical analysis, coaching philosophy, squad depth, and group-stage outlook ahead of the summer competition. Team profile CoachMurat YakinCaptainGranit XhakaNicknameA-Team, Nati, RossocrociatiFIFA Ranking19thConfederationUEFAGroupBBest Tournament ResultQuarter-finals (1934, 1938, 1954)Tournament Appearances13Last Appearance2022 How Switzerland play When evaluating international soccer teams 2026, the Switzerland formation stands out for its structural discipline and collective defensive solidity. Murat Yakin prefers a compact system that prioritizes closing down central spaces and frustrating opponents. During their recent qualifying campaign, the team showcased an elite defensive shape, conceding just two goals overall. In possession, the system flows through the midfield, where Granit Xhaka dictates the tempo with a high volume of accurate passes. The team transitions efficiently from defense to attack. They utilize the pace of wide players like Dan Ndoye and Rubén Vargas to exploit open space on the counter. While they lack a traditional, high-scoring center forward, the attacking burden is shared across the roster. Eight different players found the net during qualifying, highlighting their adaptable approach in the final third. They also average an impressive 5.33 shots on target per match, proving they consistently test opposing goalkeepers. Murat Yakin: The coach behind Switzerland Switzerland coach Murat Yakin took charge of the national side in 2021 and brings extensive experience to the touchline. Before stepping onto the international stage, he managed several top clubs in his native country, winning the domestic Manager of the Year award twice. Switzerland coach Murat Yakin (Getty Images). Yakin emphasizes defensive organization and tactical flexibility. Under his leadership, the team recorded 20 clean sheets over his first 57 matches. This highlights a coaching philosophy built on making his squad incredibly difficult to break down. Despite facing criticism during a difficult 2024 Nations League campaign, he successfully guided the team through a dominant qualification cycle. His calm leadership and proven ability to organize a resolute defense will be crucial factors this summer. Key player: Granit Xhaka When discussing Switzerland key players, Granit Xhaka remains the undeniable heartbeat of the midfield. Now 33 years old and playing for Sunderland, the captain provides invaluable experience and tactical intelligence. Xhaka controls the pace of matches with his exceptional passing range, consistently finding teammates in dangerous attacking areas. During the 2024 European Championship, he recorded a team-high 69.0 accurate passes per 90 minutes and created the most scoring chances for his side. Off the ball, his relentless work rate and positional awareness help disrupt opposing counter-attacks and shield the defensive line. If Xhaka were to miss time due to injury, the team would instantly lose its primary orchestrator and defensive anchor. Switzerland’s road to the 2026 World Cup The Swiss secured their spot in the 2026 tournament by putting together an unbeaten run through UEFA Qualifying Group B. After a winless Nations League campaign, they registered four victori
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