Prominent Swiss internationals like Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri have ethnic Albanian roots linked to Kosovo.
Beyond the pitch, the two countries represent different socio-economic models within Europe. Serbia vs Switzerland
The Serbia-Switzerland Football Rivalry: A Socio-Political Perspective Prominent Swiss internationals like Granit Xhaka and Xherdan
During the 2018 World Cup, these players celebrated goals by forming a "double-headed eagle" with their hands—a symbol of the Albanian flag. This was viewed as a political provocation by Serbia, which does not recognize Kosovo's independence. Serbia vs Switzerland
A thrilling 3–2 victory for Switzerland in a winner-takes-all group stage match. This game featured multiple lead changes, with goals from Xherdan Shaqiri and Aleksandar Mitrović.