Luis Enrique's men had impressed without finding the net in their friendly draw with Portugal last time out, but Mikel Oyarzabal – the winger chosen to lead the line against the Swiss – provided the decisive touch in the 14th minute to leave La Roja with seven points from three games.

Switzerland did threaten first, but it was a rare attack in an opening half dominated by Spain, and it opened the scoring through Real Sociedad star Oyarzabal's well-taken finish after a defensive mishap by the visitors.

Spain crafted several opportunities to extend its advantage in the second period, and while it was ultimately unsuccessful, the away side's lack of potency in attack meant one goal was enough.