Granit Xhaka

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka, now playing for Sunderland, has been handed a suspended fine of 150,000 Swiss francs for obtaining a forged Covid‑19 vaccination certificate in 2022. The fine is suspended for two years provided he commits no further offences, and he has already paid the court costs. He is expected to return to action for Sunderland against Brighton soon.

Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is being investigated by prosecutors over an alleged forged Covid‑19 vaccination certificate obtained in 2022. Following his public apology, he withdrew from the national squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures, with the Swiss FA confirming the decision was made jointly with the player.