Yakin rings the changes for Swiss showdown with Canada

Switzerland's coach Murat Yakin has reshuffled his starting team with four alterations for their World Cup group match against Canada at BC Place. Canada's coach Jesse Marsch has also opted for two changes in midfield. These adjustments come after Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg during Canada's previous match against Qatar.

For Switzerland, Johan Manzambi and Djibril Sow will step into the midfield, replacing Michel Aebischer and Fabian Rieder. Luca Jaquez is set to start in defense, taking the place of Silvan Widmer, while Ruben Vargas will lead the attack instead of Dan Ndoye.

Canada's lineup sees Mathieu Choiniere and Nathan Saliba coming in for Ismael Kone and Stephen Eustaquio. Despite the earlier concerns, coach Marsch confirmed that Alphonso Davies is fit to play and will begin the match on the bench.

The provided lineups are: Switzerland: Gregor Kobel; Luca Jaquez, Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodriguez; Remo Freuler, Granit Xhaka, Johan Manzambi, Djibril Sow; Breel Embolo, Ruben Vargas. Canada: Maxime Crepeau, Alistair ​Johnston, Luc ​De Fougerolles, ⁠ Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea; Mathieu Choiniere , Nathan Saliba; Ali Ahmed; Tajon Buchanan, Jonathan David, ​Cyle Larin.