Switzerland and Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has confirmed he has been placed on a two-year probation period following his admission regarding the acquisition of a fraudulent Covid-19 vaccination certificate. The veteran midfielder took to social media to address the legal resolution of a case that has recently overshadowed his international career.
In the wake of the vaccination affair surrounding the Switzerland national team and the investigations against Manchester City, Manuel Akanji has raised eyebrows.
Switzerland are on the verge of securing promotion back to the top tier of the Nations League, but head coach Murat Yakin believes the job is far from finished. Following a perfect start to their campaign, the manager has turned his attention to the reintegration of two of his most vital senior figures.
Granit Xhaka has officially withdrawn from the Switzerland national team squad after admitting to the fraudulent acquisition of a Covid-19 vaccination certificate. The Sunderland captain, who was playing for Arsenal at the time of the incident in 2022, described the decision as a "mistake" and will now face a legal inquiry in his homeland.
Granit Xhaka has offered the highest possible praise to Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris, sensationally comparing the Frenchman to legendary Arsenal icon Arsene Wenger. The Swiss midfielder, who enjoyed a trophy-laden career under some of Europe’s most elite tactical minds, believes his current boss possesses a unique quality that mirrors the greatest manager in Gunners history.
Granit Xhaka has broken his silence regarding Chelsea’s failed attempt to lure him to Stamford Bridge during the summer transfer window. The veteran midfielder was a primary target for the Blues as they sought to inject veteran leadership into their squad, but the former Arsenal man opted to remain at the Stadium of Light.
Bayer Leverkusen allegedly suggested that Robert Andrich should move on. Former team-mate Granit Xhaka has now fiercely attacked the midfielder's critics online.
Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris has firmly shut down any possibility of Granit Xhaka leaving the club to join Chelsea this summer. Xhaka has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, but Le Bris insists his influential captain remains fully committed to Sunderland as they prepare to compete in the Europa League.
Switzerland's stars are fully motivated ahead of their monumental World Cup quarter-final showdown against reigning champions Argentina in Kansas City. Skipper Granit Xhaka has declared that his team is eager to cause a significant upset in the tournament, while several players relish the dream privilege of facing Lionel Messi for the first time.
Comprehensive match preview of Switzerland vs Algeria at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this round of 32 clash at BC Place in Vancouver.
