Switzerland secured a convincing win over North Macedonia in a Nations League match despite missing key players Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo. The Swiss FA confirmed Xhaka's absence was to maintain focus on the tournament, with coach Murat Yakin praising the team's adaptability. Remo Freuler scored his first international goal in nearly two years to open the scoring, while Zeki Amdouni added two goals and Zachary Athekame provided both assists on his impressive debut for Switzerland.

Parma's Sascha Britschgi and Sion's Winsley Boteli also earned senior caps from the bench, and AC Milan's Ardon Jashari marshalled midfield in Xhaka's absence. Switzerland dominated possession and chances, recording 22 goal attempts with 13 on target, compared to North Macedonia's two off-target efforts. Yakin highlighted the team's pressing strength and noted the positive integration of new players, stating they had 'never complained' and always found opportunities.

The victory extended Switzerland's impressive run, with just one loss in their last 10 matches, a 3-1 extra-time defeat to Argentina in the World Cup quarter-final.