The Swiss turned in a solid performance against Portugal before bowing out of Euro 2008 with pride.

Euro 2008 co-hosts Switzerland crashed out of the competition as Turkey’s Arda Turan scored a stoppage time winner in Basel.

Switzerland lost 1-0 to the Czech Republic in the first match of Euro 2008, and subsequently lost captain Alexander Frei to injury as well.

Switzerland’s Football Association has prepared a contingency plan in the unlikely event that the head coach, Köbi Kuhn, has to quit the team.

Switzerland midfielder Tranquillo Barnetta has recovered from his injury in time for the opening Group A game against the Czech Republic.

Alexander Frei became Switzerland’s all-time leading scorer as he scored twice against Liechtenstein.