Switzerland are the control team in Group B, built around tournament experience, compact defending, and clean game management.
Switzerland can slow Canada's speed by controlling central zones, forcing wide attacks, and turning set pieces into pressure.
Key question: Can Switzerland create enough open-play threat while keeping their defensive identity intact?
Knockout ceiling: Round of 16 expectation with upset potential if the bracket opens.
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