Switzerland coach Murat Yakin claims that history does not matter in his country's match against Portugal, prior to the two teams battling in round 16 of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Murat Yakin said in the press conference ahead of their clash with Portugal: "History does not matter in such games, we are able to overtake Portugal." The Swiss coach added: All players are in good condition and ready to face up Portugal, Xhaka is a great leader with a distinguished personality and bears his responsibility as a leader. About facing Ronaldo: "Of course, it would be a pleasure to face Cristiano Ronaldo. I think if you are a high-level footballer, we seek to overcome him and prevent him to perform any attack." Portugal qualified for round 16 of the World Cup after topping Group Eight, scoring six points, while Switzerland qualified for the final price of the World Cup in Qatar, after scoring six points.