Captain Xhaka allowed to play for Switzerland again

Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo will both be allowed to play for Switzerland again next month following an investigation into forged Covid-19 vaccination certificates obtained by the pair.

Switzerland captain Xhaka missed Nations League matches against Scotland, North Macedonia and Slovenia during the October international break after admitting to acquiring a fake certificate which allowed him to travel and compete in 2022.

Striker Embolo, 29, was also dropped from the Switzerland squad in September for the same reason.

The Swiss Football Association (SFV) confirmed on Tuesday that 34-year-old Sunderland midfielder Xhaka and Embolo will both be available for inclusion by manager Murat Yakin for November's fixtures against Slovenia and Scotland.