Switzerland are hoping to get through the group stages of Euro 2016 for the first time in France this summer, and exact revenge on the hosts who beat them 5-2 in the World Cup in Brazil.

Switzerland could be one of the dark horses to watch during Euro 2016 this summer.

Boss Vladimir Petkovic has a number of talented players at his disposal with Granit Xhaka, Xherdan Shaqiri and Breel Embolo the headline names.

Swiss defender Ricardo Rodriguez is confident his side can spring a few surprises during the tournament.

SOUNDBITE (German) Ricardo Rodriguez, Switzerland defender:

"I think for sure Spain, Italy, France, Germany are the favourites. We can spring a surprise. We have already shown at the last World Cup that we can do this. And I think we will deliver a good performance when it comes to the Euros."

Switzerland have been drawn in Group A alongside Albania, Romania and hosts France.

The game with Albania could be an emotional affair with many of the Swiss squad hailing from Albanian descent.

Switzerland will also be hoping to get revenge on France after the host nation beat them 5-2 at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

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