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Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka to miss Nations League games after injury with Sunderland

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka to miss Nations League games after injury with Sunderland
World Sports · 23:48:19 - Thursday, 12 November 2026

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka will miss the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures after sustaining an injury while playing for his club Sunderland, the Associated Press reported on November 9, 2026.

The nature and severity of the injury have not been disclosed. Xhaka, who has been a key figure for the Swiss national team, was expected to feature in the upcoming international window.

Sunderland have not yet provided a timeline for his return to club action.

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