Granit Xhaka — Switzerland captain and Sunderland midfielder, currently cleared to resume play after suspension for forged Covid-19 certificate.
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Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo will both be allowed to play for Switzerland again next month following an investigation into forged Covid-19 vaccination certificates obtained by the pair. …
Captain Xhaka allowed to play for Switzerland againJoy Online
… Granit Xhaka particularly brought positional intelligence. Exequiel Palacios offered mobility while Jeremie Frimpong and Alejandro Grimaldo pushed extremely high from wing-back, yet the defenders behind them were rarely left completely abandoned. …
Chelsea’s defensive crisis: Alonso’s system, missing pieces, or individual errors?Joy Online
Sunderland and Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka says he has received a suspended fine of 150,000 Swiss francs (£136,000) for obtaining a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate. …
Suspended fine for Xhaka over Covid-19 certificateJoy Online
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is under investigation by Swiss prosecutors over allegations he obtained a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate. …
Xhaka under investigation over Covid-19 certificateJoy Online
… Just two minutes later, Sunderland were back in it as Granit Xhaka’s clever pass found Nilson Angulo and he put the ball across goal for Brobbey to bundle it home and complete his first senior hat-trick. …
Man City battle past Sunderland in eight-goal thrillerJoy Online
… Not only is Lacroix the oldest player signed under the current ownership since Eghbali and his sporting directors took control, but Chelsea also attempted to sign Granit Xhaka, 34, from Sunderland in a deal that would have been highly unusual for the club’s recruitment strategy. …
‘Ready to write Chelsea story’ – Lacroix makes £52m moveThe Chronicle
… Their move for him follows attempts to sign 33-year-old midfielder Granit Xhaka from Sunderland, with the Black Cats refusing to sell the Switzerland captain. …
Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker WelbeckJoy Online
… Their move for the duo follows attempts to sign 33-year-old midfielder Granit Xhaka from Sunderland, with the Black Cats refusing to sell the Switzerland captain. …
Chelsea open talks to sign Henderson and WelbeckJoy Online
… Their move for him follows attempts to sign 33-year-old midfielder Granit Xhaka from Sunderland, with the Black Cats refusing to sell the Switzerland captain. …
Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker WelbeckJoy Online
… Chelsea, meanwhile, have also held talks over a move for Rayo Vallecano full-back Pep Chavarria, explored the possibility of signing Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix and failed in their attempts to sign midfielder Granit Xhaka from Sunderland. …
Chelsea announce £40m Quenda signingSwitzerland captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo, both suspended for using forged Covid-19 vaccination certificates, have been cleared to rejoin the national team for November fixtures against Slovenia and Scotland. Both players were fined 150,000 Swiss francs and given two-year suspensions, with Xhaka retaining the captaincy subject to manager Murat Yakin's discretion.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo, both suspended for using forged Covid-19 vaccination certificates, have been cleared to rejoin the national team for November fixtures against Slovenia and Scotland. Both players were fined 150,000 Swiss francs and given two-year suspensions, with Xhaka retaining the captaincy subject to manager Murat Yakin's discretion.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Chelsea have conceded 12 goals in five Premier League games and are waiting for their first clean sheet of the season. The article examines whether Xabi Alonso's system, key player absences, or individual errors are responsible for the defensive crisis.
14 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunderland and Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka has received a suspended fine of 150,000 Swiss francs for obtaining a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate in 2022. The 34-year-old midfielder said the fine is suspended for two years provided he commits no further offences, and he has accepted the court's decision.
8 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is under investigation by Swiss prosecutors over allegations he obtained a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate in 2022. Xhaka has admitted to acquiring the certificate, saying he had "mistrust" towards the vaccine and was influenced by worries, and that he now takes responsibility for the decision.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City came through an eight-goal match against Sunderland to go three points clear at the top of the Premier League table, with goals from Enzo Fernandez, Rayan Cherki, and Antoine Semenyo among City's strikes.
20 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea have signed France international Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m on a contract until 2032. The 26-year-old defender, who made 55 appearances for Palace last season as they won the UEFA Conference League, is Chelsea's third summer signing under new manager Xabi Alonso.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The move reflects Chelsea's shift toward signing experienced players rather than relying solely on their traditional model of acquiring young talent.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brentford for England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 36, available on a free transfer, and with Brighton for ex-England striker Danny Welbeck, 35, as the club seeks experienced players to refine its strategy of signing young talent.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The Blues are seeking experience as part of a shift in their recruitment strategy, though Welbeck's current contract runs until the end of 2026-27.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea announced the signing of Sporting winger Geovany Quenda in a £40m deal with an eight-year contract. The 19-year-old Portugal under-21 international becomes the second arrival under new manager Xabi Alonso.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals by defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw, with goalkeeper Gregor Kobel saving Cucho Hernandez's spot-kick. Switzerland will face Argentina in the quarter-finals on July 12.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored as Switzerland beat Algeria to secure their first World Cup knockout stage win since 1938, advancing to the last 16.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sunderland have rejected an £8m offer from Chelsea for midfielder Granit Xhaka, saying the 33-year-old is not for sale. The Switzerland international, under contract until 2028, played a key role in Sunderland's Europa League qualification last season.
28 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Switzerland defeated Canada 2–0 to finish top of Group B and secure a place in the World Cup last 32, becoming only the third nation to reach the knockout stages in each of the last four World Cups. Canada qualified for the knockout stages for the first time in their history by finishing second, though they will now play their next match in Los Angeles rather than Canada.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Switzerland and Canada meet at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver on Wednesday with first place in Group B at stake. Both teams won their matchday-two fixtures—Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 and Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1—leaving Canada in first place by goal difference.
24 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Substitute Johan Manzambi scored twice, including one just 2 minutes 46 seconds after entering, as Switzerland defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 in a chaotic final 20 minutes to edge towards the World Cup last 32.
18 June 2026 · Joy Online →