Tag: Switzerland
Why Xhaka is a liability Arsenal can afford
Granit Xhaka has picked up another red card during Switzerland's 2-0 triumph over Portugal.
Xhaka: It makes me mad
Since leaving Arsenal on international duty, Granit Xhaka has done a lot of talking to the press.
Xhaka ‘I feel misunderstood’
At this point you have to feel a little sorry for Granit Xhaka, as every time he opens his mouth about his international situation, he seems to annoy someone else.
Xhaka ‘I will do whatever I can to play for Kosovo’
Currently on international duty with Switzerland, it seems as if Granit Xhaka has issued a statement saying he will do whatever he can to get to play for Kosovo.
Xhaka will not declare for Kosovo says his father
Granit Xhaka has decided to remain a Swiss player after he was invited to declare for Kosovo following their ratification by FIFA according to Albanian reports.
Granit Xhaka invited to play for Kosovo and they expect him to accept
Granit Xhaka is one of a number of big name players who have been invited to play for Kosovo after they were finally granted FIFA status in May this year.
Germany’s Twitter account jumps on banterbus, makes dig at English football
Despite both Granit Xhaka and Mesut Ozil putting in a decent shift during the Euros so far, they also have something else in common: they've both missed penalties.
Xhaka: I’ll still take penalties
Granit Xhaka has no plans to shirk his penalty taking responsibilities despite missing for his country and costing them a place in the quarter finals in France.
Stoke man defends Granit Xhaka after penalty miss
Stoke's Xherdan Shaqiri has defended Granit Xhaka after the Arsenal midfielder blasted his penalty wide, costing his country a place in the quarter finals.
Saturday Arsenal recap: One in, one out
Things have, perhaps not unexpectedly been a bit quite over the last few days.
With no actual football to talk about and the UK tearing...
Xhaka’s Switzerland knocked out after penalty drama
Granit Xhaka and his Switzerland team-mates have been knocked out of this summer's European Championships, following a nerve-racking defeat on penalties against a well-drilled Poland side in the first knockout fixture of the tournament.
Ozil and Xhaka among 10 best at Euro 2016
Mesut Ozil and new boy Granit Xhaka have been named in the top ten best performing players at this year's Euros so far.
Sunday recap: Wenger on Vardy, Rooney loves Wilshere + link to Manchester United man
It was all a bit quiet on the Arsenal-front on Sunday.
Koscielny and Xhaka put in solid performances as both countries progress
It was an anticlimax, but France and Switzerland both progress to the final 16 of the Euros.
Watford man hails Xhaka – ‘He’s a great signing’
Watford midfielder, Valon Behrami, has sung his Swiss compatriot, Granit Xhaka's praises.
Granit Xhaka on career highlight involving Manchester United
Granit Xhaka hasn’t played a single minute for Arsenal but Gooners everywhere have already fallen in love with him for a number of reasons.
Wednesday recap: Fixture list, Mkhitaryan, Euros and more
Here's Wednesday's news and gossip from the Goonerverse.
Xhaka puts in another huge performance for Switzerland v Romania
Granit Xhaka, once again, put in a superb performance for Switzerland in their 1-1 draw against Romania.
Sunday recap: Cavani? Giroud v Benzema + actual football
With the Euros underway and Arsenal players to focus on, it seems as if the transfer gossip mill is taking a little break.
In fact,...
‘He’s top-class, he’ll do Arsenal a lot of good’
One of the most exciting things about this year’s Euros is watching Granit Xhaka knowing that he’s an Arsenal player and Johan Djourou has said he'll fit in just right at Arsenal.
Xhaka’s mum wears shirt supporting both sons as they play each other
Mama Xhaka opted for a shirt that blended both national flags of her sons in a manner reminiscent of half-and-half scarves.
What was all the fuss about Granit Xhaka’s Switzerland performance? See for yourself here
Granit Xhaka made his first competitive appearance as an Arsenal player when Switzerland beat Albania 1-0 on Saturday. Watch his impressive performance here.
Saturday recap – England go Spursy, Rodriguez goes to Arsenal?
Everything worth talking about from Saturday.
Player focus: Xhaka – Tenacious, influential and convincing
Granit Xhaka made his 44th international appearnce against Albania in Saturday's Group A encounter - but all of the pre-match analysis surrounded the sibling rivalry between...
Rodriguez transfer gets complicated
Arsenal have been heavily linked with a move for Wolfsburg’s left-back, Ricardo Rodriguez and things might be a lot more complicated than a normal transfer.
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Xhaka helps Switzerland make history
Granit Xhaka lined up alongside former Arsenal man Johan Djourou (Senderos was not included) as they defeated his brother’s Albania in the second game of this year’s Euros.
Xhaka: I give my parents 80% of my wages
Granit Xhaka, and his brother Taulant have revealed that they still give a whopping 80% of their wages to their parents.
Rodriguez: It would be exciting to play with Xhaka at Arsenal
Swiss defender Ricardo Rodriguez has admitted that it would be ‘nice’ to play with Granit Xhaka at Arsenal and if he did move he knows his roommate would be sorted as he looks set to leave Wolfsburg.
Wednesday recap: Another new midfielder + Mkhitaryan, Mahrez, Vardy, more
Another day, another load of rumours, but this time it seems like we might have something concrete to report.
11 new football rules you need to know ahead of the Euros
As the Euros get ready to start, many people haven’t realised that there have been a host of rule changes. Here are 11 of the 95 changes so you know what’s going on at least some of the time (although some are quite ridiculous)
Xhaka on facing his brother at the Euros
Granit Xhaka is set to face his brother, Taulant, when the Euros kick-off with Switzerland and Albania both in Group A.
Look: Xhaka continues to be photogenic with Arsenal target
Granit Xhaka is on his way to France for Euro 2016 with his Swiss team-mates, including Arsenal target, Ricardo Rodriguez.
Watch: Xhaka’s Switzerland highlights v Moldova
Granit Xhaka started and played 70 minutes as the Swiss lost 1-2 against Moldova.
How Arsenal fans reacted to Xhaka’s booking in a friendly
Granit Xhaka starred in Switzerland's 2-1 win over Moldova and got booked after just 10 minutes in a friendly.
Arsenal players at the Euros – who’s in, who’s not
With all 24 squads now confirmed for the Euros, let’s take a look at the Arsenal interest at this summer’s tournament.
Look: Xhaka buddies up with Arsenal target Rodriguez
Granit Xhaka is already out there potentially tapping up new players for Arsenal.
Watch: Xhaka makes stunning pass in build up to Switzerland goal
It's understandable that, until we get to see Granit Xhaka play for Arsenal next season, Gooners everywhere are going to be on #XhakaWatch over the course of Euro 2016.
Quotes: Eberl denies bid, Xhaka wants decision before Euro 2016
Arsenal target Granit Xhaka has admitted on Wednesday he is eager to learn where his future lies.
Walcott optimistic about England team
Arsenal's Theo Walcott scored twice as England beat San Marino 6-0 on Saturday, and is in a bullish mood about England's chances at Euro...