Euro 2016: Switzerland vs Poland - 5 players to watch out for

5) Xherdan Shaqiri

There is a lot of pressure on Shaqiri to perform

The Swiss Messi, much like Robert Lewandowski has not yet been anywhere near his best in Euro 2016. Shaqiri had dazzled the world with his mesmerising skill, speed, control and a rocket of a shot in the world cup in 2014 and Switzerland enjoyed an amazing run until they were knocked out by eventual runners-up, Argentina.

However, the Xherdan Shaqiri of Euro 2016 has thus far looked like a ghost of the Xherdan Shaqiri of World Cup 2014. Having made his international debut in 2010, Shaqiri has made 52 international appearances and scored 17 goals.

Many of those goals have been audacious attempts from outside the box, a testament to his unquestionable ability. The main problem with Shaqiri is his non-reliability and lack of consistency on the biggest stage.

One can never be quite sure which Xherdan Shaqiri will turn up for the match. The brooding morose disinterested one or the lively, sprightly one, willing to take on and commit defenders, and not afraid to have a pop at goal from distance.

On Saturday, Swiss fans will be fervently praying for their talismanic winger to come up with the goods and ensure their progress to the next round.