🚨 Fake Covid pass: Granit Xhaka admits it, skips the break! | OneFootball

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The Swiss national team has been rocked by a major affair this Monday.

Granit Xhaka has admitted to obtaining a fake COVID certificate.

"In recent days, there has been a lot of talk about a matter linked to my past. I would like to address it personally," wrote the Nati captain, who explained that at the time of the global pandemic, he had "a deep mistrust that brought fear and uncertainty" about the vaccine. "It was in this troubled state of mind that I bought a vaccination certificate instead of clarifying my doubts through official channels," the Sunderland player admitted in an official statement.

As a result, by mutual agreement with the Swiss Football Federation, Granit Xhaka will not join the national team camp this Monday and will not take part in the matches scheduled during the international break.

The Lucerne public prosecutor's office has opened proceedings against the Sunderland midfielder and a doctor from Lucerne. If the Sunderland player were to be convicted, he would face criminal penalties.

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