Granit Xhaka suffers injury during Sunderland match

Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka was forced to leave his match against Chelsea in the fourth minute due to an injury. Reports indicate the 34-year-old may have sustained a calf or left ankle injury, with symptoms appearing as early as the warm-up.

Jules Ahoka replaced Xhaka early in the game. Despite the loss of their captain, Sunderland secured a 1:0 victory over Chelsea, with Enzo Le Fée scoring the winning goal via a penalty in the 36th minute.

The injury occurs at a critical time for the Swiss national team. Xhaka, who was recently recalled to the squad by Murat Yakin, was expected to lead the team in upcoming Nations League fixtures against Slovenia and Scotland. His availability for the national team camp in St. Gallen remains uncertain pending medical examination.