Granit Xhaka - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Listed to bench Xhaxa (ankle) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Fulham.

Impact Xhaxa is back on the team sheet Sunday as expected, with the midfielder earning a spot on the bench for the contest. He will likely test his legs before starting again, typically a starter when fully fit, one of the better anchors in the Premier League.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Xhaka (ankle) has trained this week and is an option for Sunday's match against Fulham, according to manager Regis Le Bris. "Granit has more or less fully trained this week, so he...

Impact Xhaxa has been out for the past four games but is back to boost the squad this week, with the midfielder able to train and now an option. This is a major addition as he should start almost immediately, starting in all 22 appearances this season. He serves in more of a defensive role for the club, but still has an exceptional playmaking ability due to his experience, notching one goal and five assists this season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Two to three weeks away Xhaka (ankle) is still two to three weeks away from making his return, coach Regis Le Bris told the media, according to the Sunderland Echo. "We don't know yet on Granit. Probably...

Impact Xhaka remains in the rehab phase after suffering an ankle injury after the game against Crystal Palace, an issue that has sidelined him for the last three Premier League matches. Sunderland's captain is still estimated to be two to three weeks away from a return, though that timeline could shift based on how he responds physically. He is a locked-in starter when healthy, therefore his absence has forced a midfield reshuffle, with Enzo Le Fee dropping into a deeper role to help stabilize the center of the pitch while he remains out.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out another week Xhaka (ankle) is out for this week's set of matches and remains in doubt for the Fulham game, according to manager Regis Le Bris, per Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo. "We don't k...

Impact Xhaka is still going to need further time on his return from injury and is out for this week's matches, not an option to face Liverpool or Oxford United. This extends his streak to five games missed, as he will now also be doubtful for the game against Fulham on Feb. 22. He is one of the most critical players to the squad when fit, so his return is a crucial focus for the club.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Granit Xhaka Reveals Why He Chose Sunderland: 'People Laughed at Me' At the moment of a historic signing for Sunderland, they would choose the experience and talent of this footballer to be able to compete for...

FEBRUARY 8 • SI.COM

Still working on return Xhaka (ankle) is progressing well in his recovery as he works toward a full return at his best level, said coach Regis Le Bris in the press conference. "There is no major update at...

Impact Xhaka is progressing well in his recovery and is targeting a return in a few weeks against Fulham. The midfielder is an undisputed starter, having started all 23 matches prior to his injury while scoring one goal and providing five assists during that span, and his absence remains a significant blow for his side.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Needs another three weeks Xhaka (ankle) is set for assessment in the next week and is likely to miss around three more weeks, according to manager Regis Le Bris."Granit is doing well. We will assess him in...

Impact Xhaka is going to see more testing on his injury this week, but is not yet set for a return, with the midfielder expected to miss another three weeks. This sets him up with a return as they near the end of February, a rough loss as they continue without their engine in the midfield. He will likely eye a return to the field when facing Fulham on Feb. 22, although that is yet to be confirmed.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Needs a week for assessment Xhaka (ankle) is set for another week out before assessing his injury again, according to manager Regis Le Bris, per Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo.

Impact Xhaka went down in the club's last match with an ankle injury and was forced to miss out against West Ham on Saturday. However, he is now heading for another match out, as the club will give him a week before a further assessment, missing against Burnley but potentially returning in the next few games after. This is a major blow to the club's midfield, leaving Eliezer Mayenda to enter the starting XI while Enzo Le Fee takes a less attacking role.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Xhaka suffered an ankle injury during the victory against Crystal Palace and is set to miss some time to undergo a period of rehabilitation at the Academy of Light, the club announ...

Impact Xhaka suffered an ankle injury during the win against Crystal Palace last Saturday and couldn't recover in time for the game against West Ham United. The midfielder will now undergo a period of rehabilitation at the Academy of Light, and no timeline has been given regarding his return. Against the Hammers, Enzo Le Fee will play deeper in the middle of the pitch, adding an additional attacking spot in the frontline, with Romain Mundle starting a third consecutive game for the Black Cats.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

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Whips in four crosses Xhaka registered four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 0-0 draw versus Manchester City.

Impact Xhaka would get back over the three cross mark Thursday after two straight games with only one cross, recording four against City. He now has 10 appearances with three or more crosses, just over half of his appearances. He remains at six goal contributions this season, five coming as assists.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in 1-1 draw Xhaka assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United.

Impact Xhaka provided his fifth assist of the season on his return to the Premier League with Sunderland this season. He created three chances, which was his most in the last eight games. In the other seven games in this run, he created just four chances. With one corner taken, he is Sunderland's top set-piece taker, but Enzo Le Fee is gaining ground.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 28, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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DECEMBER 24, 2025 • goal

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DECEMBER 14, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Records two shots Xhaka registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Impact Xhaka would play for 72 minutes of Saturday's rough outing but had little to show, with one cross and two shots the best of his work. He has gone two games since his last goal contribution and remains at four this campaign, the club's anchor in the midfield who has yet to miss a start all season.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka BLASTS Sunderland level with Everton | Premier League

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • SI.COM

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