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Florian Wirtz led a stunning second-half comeback as Germany beat Switzerland 4-3 in a thrilling friendly in Basel on Friday. The two goals and two assists from the Liverpool star decided a seven-goal drama that swung back and forth before the final whistle.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Final Score: Germany defeated Switzerland 4-3 in an international friendly.
- Match Location: St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland on March 27, 2026.
- Wirtz Performance: Earned a perfect Sofascore 10 rating with 100 touches and 5 key passes.
- Winning Streak: Germany’s victory extended their run to six consecutive wins before this match.
Wirtz Dominates in Perfect Display
Florian Wirtz produced a masterclass that overshadowed everything else on the pitch. The 22-year-old midfielder set up Jonathan Tah’s equalizer in the 26th minute, then created Serge Gnabry’s goal that sent Germany into halftime level at 2-2. After the restart, Wirtz took matters into his own hands, scoring twice to seal a remarkable turnaround.
For all his brilliance in Liverpool‘s Premier League campaign, Wirtz has found his best form wearing Germany colors. The creative attacking midfielder now boasts two goals and four assists in his last two international outings, a stark contrast to his domestic struggles this season.
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How The 7-Goal Thriller Unfolded
Switzerland started with purpose and took the lead through Dan Ndoye in the 17th minute after a clever run down the left flank. Germany equalized fast when Jonathan Tah powered home Wirtz’s precise cross at the back post in the 26th. The Swiss struck again as Breel Embolo outmuscled Tah to finish Silvan Widmer’s delivery on 41 minutes.
The intensity soared as Gnabry finished coolly at 45+2 to make it level again. Switzerland rattled the bar through Fabian Rieder, but Germany returned with Wirtz curling a superb finish inside the far post in the 61st minute. Substitute Joël Monteiro leveled at 79 with a rasping long-range effort, but Wirtz had the final say, calmly finishing after Pascal Groß found him on the right in the 85th minute.
Statistical Dominance Tells The Real Story
| Stat | Germany | Switzerland |
| Shots | 22 | 7 |
| Possession | 54% | 46% |
| Corners | 10 | 0 |
| Expected Goals | 2.5 | 0.57 |
Germany walloped Switzerland in every statistical category. Under manager Julian Nagelsmann, the visitors created eight big chances and dominated the final third with 69 entries compared to 39 for the hosts. Still, Switzerland‘s goalkeeper Gregor Kobel stood tall with five impressive saves, keeping his team competitive despite the onslaught.
“Florian Wirtz was involved in all four of Germany’s goals. It was a complete attacking midfield display, wrapped in efficient pressing and tidy passing.”
— Sofascore Analysis, Match Report
Supporting Cast Delivers When It Matters
Serge Gnabry earned a Sofascore rating of 7.7 for his composed finishing and work rate, adding both a goal and assist to Germany’s winning effort. Captain Joshua Kimmich showcased his versatility at right-back with 114 touches and six tackles, anchoring the defensive transition. David Raum supplied width on the left with two key passes and relentless running throughout.
For Switzerland, Granit Xhaka controlled the midfield beautifully in the first half, earning a 7.4 rating and providing the assist for Ndoye’s opener. Embolo’s physical presence troubled Germany’s defense, while substitute Monteiro came alive with energy that briefly suggested a Swiss comeback.
What This Victory Means Heading Into 2026
Germany’s streak now reaches six wins, providing Nagelsmann with momentum as the team prepares for the World Cup in June. The Swiss qualified for the tournament by topping their qualification group, but this loss underscores gaps against top opposition that may surface in Qatar later this year.
Wirtz’s international form raises intriguing questions about whether his Liverpool spell has been overshadowed unfairly, or if the national team simply brings out his best. Will Germany continue this form into the tournament, and can Wirtz replicate this magic when it matters most?
Sources
- beIN SPORTS – Comprehensive match report and post-game analysis of Germany vs Switzerland friendly.
- Sofascore – Detailed statistics, player ratings, and performance metrics with perfect Sofascore 10 for Wirtz.
- Reuters – Breaking news coverage of Germany’s 4-3 comeback victory over Switzerland in Basel.
