Granit Xhaka has been forced to withdraw from Switzerland’s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures after sustaining a calf injury during training. The Arsenal midfielder, a key figure in the Swiss setup, will now undergo further medical assessment to determine the extent of the damage and the expected recovery period. This setback comes just days before Switzerland is set to face some of the toughest opponents in Group A, complicating head coach Murat Yakin’s tactical plans.

The Swiss Football Federation confirmed that Xhaka’s absence leaves a void in the midfield, prompting the call-up of a replacement from the domestic league. The federation emphasized the following points regarding the situation:

  • Injury nature: Calf muscle strain with initial scans indicating moderate severity.
  • Recovery timeline: Estimated 2-3 weeks, pending further evaluation.
  • Replacement player: Early injury replacement to be announced in the next 24 hours.
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