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Radio Scotland,29 Sep 2026,26 mins

Can Scotland Shock the Swiss at Hampden?

Scottish Football Podcast

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Sebastian Pocognoli gets his first home game as Scotland head coach, but can his side rise to the challenge against a talented Switzerland team? David Currie is joined by Swiss football enthusiast Paddy Gunn and analyst John Walker to assess the threat posed by the visitors and examine where Scotland might find an edge. Is pressing high the key? Should Oli McBurnie lead the line? How important could Billy Gilmour be in unlocking the Swiss midfield? And with Hampden set for a big occasion, can Scotland produce a result against one of Europe's most consistent international sides? 00:03:03 — Why Switzerland Are Taking Scotland Seriously 00:05:15 — Just How Good Are the Swiss? 00:09:09 — Scotland's Tactical Plan Explained 00:12:16 — Does McBurnie Have to Start? 00:15:56 — Life Without Granit Xhaka 00:25:09 — Predictions for Hampden

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