Dropped from the national team? HSV star speaks out! | OneFootball

During the recent international matches, Emir Sahiti caused a major media stir. Was the HSV star banned from his national team?

Mystery surrounds Emir Sahiti: The Hamburg SV attacking player was absent from Kosovo’s recent World Cup qualifiers, which quickly led to speculation. National coach Franco Foda only vaguely explained that “the players know the reason,” but did not want to give any details. The result: rumors that Sahiti had lost his place in the national team either because of his wedding in the summer or even due to internal tensions.

Now the 26-year-old has provided clarity. Speaking to Mopo, Sahiti emphasized: “The truth is: I was nominated. It was my decision not to travel to the team.” He says there are no problems with the coach or teammates. Rather, he felt dissatisfaction with sporting decisions. “Some players are in the starting eleven even though they hardly play for their clubs. I feel in top shape at HSV, but recently I’ve been sitting on the bench for the national team,” said Sahiti.

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Sahiti no longer first choice at HSV either

So instead of sulking, he consciously sought talks with the directors of the Kosovan association and then decided not to participate. He bears no grudge: “We are all friends. I love my homeland.” He followed the 2-0 win against Sweden just as closely as the clear 0-4 defeat against Switzerland.

So for Sahiti, the chapter with the national team is by no means closed. He made it clear that he can imagine a return—provided that sporting achievements are properly recognized.

At the same time, the skilled technician must also fight for his place in Hamburg. In the 0-5 defeat against FC Bayern, after starting the first two games of the season, he spent 90 minutes on the bench. In his place, star newcomer Fabio Vieira started, who is also likely to be preferred on Saturday against FC Heidenheim (3:30 p.m., Sky).

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.