GRANIT XHAKA NEWS

Dishes assist in 3-2 win Xhaka assisted once to go with seven crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-2 victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Xhaka set up Bertand Traore for their squad's second goal of the match, tying the score at 2-2 in the 46th minute. It marked the second goal contribution in four outings for Xhaka, who is now up to four assists on the season. The assist comes after his first two games of the season without a chance created, while his two in the match make it the fourth time he has had multiple in one outing.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

First league goal Xhaka scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Everton.

Impact Xhaka was heavily involved in attack, scoring his first goal in the league and creating multiple opportunities for his teammates. The midfielder registered a season-high five chances created and six crosses, though none were converted, keeping him on three assists. He also contributed defensively with a season-high three tackles won.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland 1-1 Everton: Xhaka salvages point in another comeback Sunderland came from behind once again, with Granit Xhaka punishing Everton's first-half misses with his first goal of the season.

NOVEMBER 3 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Sunderland moves into fourth place after home draw with Everton

Sunderland has come from behind to draw with Everton 1-1 at home in the Premier League

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Two crosses in win Xhaka generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Wolverhampton.

Impact Xhaka started for the eighth consecutive match and has played the full 90 minutes in each. He continues to be a steady creator, having produced at least one chance and two crosses in every start, which has resulted in three assists, while also recording at least one clearance per match.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Three U-20 World Cup Wonderkids Ripe for Granit Xhaka's Mentorship at Sunderland Three standouts at the U20 World Cup in Chile could become Sunderland's next Granit Xhaka.

OCTOBER 11 • SI.COM

Assists from set piece in 1-0 win Xhaka assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Xhaka picked up his third assist in four games as he found Omar Alderete from a free kick early in the game. He also made eight clearances, two blocks, one interception and attempted two tackles. He has now become Sunderland's joint highest set piece taker with 13, where he joins Trai Hume.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on equalizing goal Xhaka assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact The midfielder did plenty to eventually help Sunderland get a point from the match despite being a man down. Xhaka should continue posting strong numbers against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. The side has already allowed nine goals through five EPL games.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland news: Analysis of Granit Xhaka's comments on suffering Sunderland news: Analysis of Granit Xhaka's comments on suffering

SEPTEMBER 10 • BBC.CO.UK

Pinpoint cross setups goal Xhaka assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Xhaka's late cross into the box was the decisive pass Saturday in Sunderland's 2-1 victory over Brentford. The assist marked the Sunderland captain's first goal contribution in the Premier League since his 2022 -2023 campaign with Arsenal. Xhaka has played every minute and created four chances across Sunderland's first three league fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

'Unprecedented': Erik ten Hag fired as Leverkusen coach after three games

Erik ten Hag has lasted three games at Bayer Leverkusen

SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Breaks up play in center of park Xhaka had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Burnley.

Impact Xhaka's midfield guile was on full display as he continually broke up the Burnley build-up Saturday across his 90 minutes of play by making two tackles (zero won), two interceptions and three clearances. In his first Premier League minutes since the 2022-2023 campaign with Arsenal, Xhaka has played the full 90 minutes in two successive fixtures and created three chances. Look for the veteran to be the midfield focal point for Sunderland throughout the campaign.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland signs defender Mukiele from PSG

Sunderland has completed the signing of defender Nordi Mukiele from Paris Saint-Germain

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka handed Sunderland captaincy after move to promoted Premier League club | Sporting News The Switzerland international arrived at the Stadium of Light for last month and has already made a strong impression at his new club.

AUGUST 14 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Sunderland news: Granit Xhaka named as new captain Sunderland news: Granit Xhaka named as new captain

AUGUST 14 • BBC.CO.UK

Erik ten Hag slammed for not 'fighting harder' to keep Granit Xhaka at Bayer Leverkusen as Germany legend insists Sunderland transfer could have been prevented | Goal.com US Granit Xhaka has sensationally returned to the Premier League, signing for Sunderland in a £17 million ($23m) deal that has left Germany leg...

AUGUST 13 • GOAL.COM

Leverkusen striker Schick dismisses team's title chances after Xhaka becomes latest to leave

Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick says his team is not capable of fighting for the German Bundesliga title without new signings after Granit Xhaka joined a string of title-win...

JULY 31 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka completes €20m Sunderland transfer from Bayer Leverkusen Sunderland have paid €15m up front with a further €5m in potential add-ons for the 32-year-old midfielder.

JULY 30 • NYTIMES.COM

Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka seals shock £17m transfer to Sunderland as Bayer Leverkusen ignore Erik ten Hag plea | Goal.com US Granit Xhaka has sealed a shock return to the Premier League with Sunderland despite Erik ten Hag's plea for him to stay at Bayer Leverkusen...

JULY 30 • GOAL.COM

Granit Xhaka completes move to Sunderland from Leverkusen

Granit Xhaka has returned to the Premier League with a move to newly-promoted Sunderland

JULY 30 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka to Sunderland: Black Cats complete £17.3m transfer deal for Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka returns to the Premier League two years after departing Arsenal; the midfielder has moved to Sunderland in an initial £13m move...

JULY 30 • SKY.COM

Returns to Premier League Xhaka has signed a three-year contract with Sunderland, joining from Bayer Leverkusen, his new club announced. "We're delighted to welcome Granit and his family to Sunderland. His...

Impact Xhaka returns to the Premier League after featuring in 225 games with Arsenal and serving as the captain of the club. This time, the Swiss midfielder will play for Sunderland under coach Regis Le Bris after a stint in Germany for two seasons, where he helped the team win their first-ever Bundesliga title and second DFB-Pokal in a record-shattering invincible season under coach Xabi Alonso. Xhaka has captained his country Switzerland and holds 137 caps for the Nati, earning him valuable experience to become the leader of the midfield in Sunderland heading into the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE