๐จXHAKA SPEAKS OUT โ Sunderland Captainโs No-Nonsense Switzerland Verdict Shows EXACTLY Why Heโs Vital for Wearside Survival
Granit Xhaka might be away on international duty, but his relentless leadership is impossible to switch off. The Sunderland skipper, who was immediately handed the armband upon arrival at the Stadium of Light, continues to embody the very qualities that made Rรฉgis Le Bris entrust him with responsibility from day one.
Over the weekend, Xhaka pulled the strings in Switzerlandโs emphatic 4-0 win over Kosovo, completing more than 100 passes and dictating play with his trademark composure.
Yet his post-match reflection was as demanding as ever. Speaking to Le Temps, the midfielder insisted that while the first half had been โalmost perfect,โ Switzerland still lacked consistency and positional discipline, especially with their younger players. For him, fine margins matter more than scorelines.
He admitted his words might sound harsh but argued they are necessary if Switzerland are to restore their reputation after recent disappointments in the Nations League. โWe had no time for speeches. We have to deliver โ and now!โ he declared, clearly frustrated by criticism that his country has slipped from past standards.
For Sunderland fans, Xhakaโs uncompromising mindset is a telling reminder of the value he adds on Wearside. In a squad brimming with youthful talent and limited top-flight experience, his insistence on the highest standards both on and off the pitch makes him not just a captain, but the anchor and driving force the Black Cats desperately need.
If Sunderland are to cling to Premier League survival, Xhakaโs refusal to ease up could prove decisive. With him, there are no half measures โ only the relentless pursuit of improvement. Itโs simply who he is.