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Xhaka Drama: Doctor contradicts Sunderland captain – Update on return possibility

The Covid saga around Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is not going to die down anytime soon, with the doctor involved now having her say. After the revelations of this week – and the potential of a prison sentence over fake…

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 11:17 AM
Xhaka Drama: Doctor contradicts Sunderland captain – Update on return possibility
Key Things to Know
  • Doctor Andrea L. insisted she correctly vaccinated Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka in 2022, denying the certificate was fake.
  • Switzerland manager Murat Yakin confirmed Xhaka is sitting out upcoming Nations League fixtures amid the controversy.
  • Yakin noted Xhaka took responsibility for his actions to avoid distracting the national team.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is involved in an ongoing controversy regarding alleged fake Covid documents, with the doctor who treated him publicly contradicting claims that his certificate was falsified. Andrea L., the doctor who administered his shot, stated that she vaccinated Xhaka correctly in early 2022 and maintained the documentation she provided was accurate.

Meanwhile, Switzerland manager Murat Yakin confirmed that Xhaka opted to sit out the national team's Nations League fixtures to shield the squad from public debate. Yakin expressed confidence that the Swiss Football Association and Xhaka will reach a favorable resolution following the international matches.

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