Slovenia vs Switzerland Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Slovenia vs Switzerland predictions, lineups, odds and Same Game Parlay picks for Friday's UEFA Nations League game. Find the angles before kick-off.
Grayson Parker - November 13, 2026, 11:17 AM EST
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Competition | UEFA Nations League |
|---|---|
Game Date | Friday, November 13, 2026 |
Game Time | 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Ljudski vrt |
Switzerland roll into a sold-out Ljudski vrt in Maribor on Friday sitting top of their UEFA Nations League B group, and our Slovenia vs Switzerland prediction sides with the leaders.
Slovenia sit second, five points behind the leaders, and head coach Boštjan Cesar must reshuffle without injured striker Benjamin Šeško while also covering for suspensions.
Switzerland have taken a perfect 12 points from their group games, and even a tie here would clinch automatic promotion to League A for Murat Yakin's side.
History leans the same way. Switzerland have won four of the previous meetings between these sides. Slovenia have only won once, and the remaining meeting ended in a tie.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Recent Results
Slovenia arrive on a high after coming from behind to beat Scotland 2-1 at Hampden Park in their latest Nations League outing, with second-half goals from Aljosa Matko and Danijel Sturm. Zoom out, though, and the picture gets rougher. Slovenia's moneyline would have landed just 1 time in their last 10 games against all opponents.
Switzerland cruised to a 3-0 home win over North Macedonia in October, and Dan Ndoye has been the spark on the left side of the attack. Their broader body of work is less spotless, with Switzerland's moneyline landing 5 times in their last 10 games against all opponents, but this group run has been a different animal.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Slovenia: Benjamin Šeško (Injured/out), David Zec (Suspended), Erik Janža (Suspended)
Switzerland: Joël Monteiro (Injured/out), W. Boteli (Injured/doubtful), Rubén Vargas (Injured/doubtful)
Slovenia
The biggest blow in the Slovenia vs Switzerland lineups is up front, where striker Benjamin Šeško is still dealing with a shin injury and is unavailable. David Zec and Erik Janža both serve yellow card suspensions, so expect Srdjan Kuzmic and Vanja Drkušić to step into the starting XI.
Switzerland
Switzerland are sweating over the fitness of Winsley Boteli and Rubén Vargas for the trip to Ljudski vrt, while Joël Monteiro is out injured. The good news for Murat Yakin's side is that Ardon Jashari, Zachary Athekame and Breel Embolo are expected to return.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Predicted Lineup
Slovenia
Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Jan Oblak; Srdjan Kuzmic, Vanja Drkušić, Jaka Bijol, David Brekalo; Timi Max Elšnik, Mark Zabukovnik, Adam Gnezda Čerin, Adrian Zeljković; Aljosa Matko, Žan Vipotnik (probable)
Switzerland
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Gregor Kobel; Zachary Athekame, Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Sascha Britschgi; Remo Freuler, Ardon Jashari; Dan Ndoye, Djibril Sow, Fabian Rieder; Breel Embolo (probable)
Slovenia vs Switzerland Key Stats & Game Facts
- Switzerland have scored 2+ goals in 4 of their last 4 games (UEFA Nations League B).
- Switzerland have had 6+ shots on target in 4 of their last 4 games (UEFA Nations League B).
- Dan Ndoye has attempted 3+ shots in 4 of his last 4 appearances (UEFA Nations League B).
- Aljosa Matko has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B).
- Johan Manzambi has won 3+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B).
Slovenia vs Switzerland Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction is Switzerland 2-0 Slovenia. The visitors have the sharper attack and the standings cushion, and a spine of Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi and Remo Freuler leaves Slovenia's front two very little to feed on. The Slovenia vs Switzerland betting odds agree, pricing Switzerland at -135 (Polymarket) on the moneyline, and a clean sheet on the road looks well within reach.
Best Picks
Switzerland to Win in the Moneyline market heads our Slovenia vs Switzerland best picks. They lead the group for a reason, and with Ardon Jashari, Zachary Athekame and Breel Embolo back, Murat Yakin can field something close to his strongest lineup.
Both Teams To Score: No rounds out the card as our Both Teams To Score market selection. Switzerland have conceded just once in this competition, and Slovenia will need Aljosa Matko and Žan Vipotnik to crack a back line that rarely bends.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Same Game Parlay
Our Slovenia vs Switzerland same game parlay picks stack three legs on the visitors: Switzerland to win, Switzerland Over 1.5 Total Away Goals and Dan Ndoye to score anytime.
Switzerland Over 1.5 in the Total Away Goals market is the anchor. They have scored 2+ goals every time out across their last 4 games (UEFA Nations League B).
Switzerland on the Moneyline backs up the main call. The volume is there too, with 6+ shots on target in every one of their last 4 games (UEFA Nations League B).
Dan Ndoye in the Anytime Goalscorer market adds the punch. He has a goal or an assist in each of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B), and the shots keep coming.
We are keeping this one to three legs, all pulling in the same direction behind Switzerland.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Talking Points
The headline matchup is Boštjan Cesar's stubborn hosts against Murat Yakin's runaway leaders. Switzerland have piled up 11 goals in this competition, and Ndoye on the left is the player Slovenia simply have to keep quiet. The flip side is that Slovenia's last 3 home outings against Switzerland in all competitions have each stayed under 2.5 goals, so expect a cagey, messy start before the visitors' quality takes over.
Slovenia vs Switzerland Predictions FAQs
When is the Slovenia vs Switzerland UEFA Nations League game?
The game is on Friday, November 13, 2026, with kickoff at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT.
Where is Slovenia vs Switzerland being played?
The game is being played at Ljudski vrt.
Who is missing for Slovenia and Switzerland?
For Slovenia, Benjamin Šeško is injured, while David Zec and Erik Janža are suspended. For Switzerland, Joël Monteiro is injured, while W. Boteli and Rubén Vargas are doubtful.
What formations are expected in Slovenia vs Switzerland?
Slovenia are expected to line up in a 4-4-2 formation and Switzerland in a 4-2-3-1.
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