Xhaka Faces Swiss Probe Over Vaccine Certificate

Fresh doubts surround Granit Xhaka's Covid vaccination certificate after a rapid turnaround between Switzerland and a Premier League match.

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What happened. Questions have emerged over the legitimacy of Granit Xhaka's Covid-19 vaccination certificate, which Swiss authorities suspect to be forged and is dated November 11, 2022. Xhaka admitted wrongdoing and said he is cooperating with the relevant authorities.

• Xhaka started Arsenal's 2-0 win at Wolves on November 12, 2022, lasting 16 minutes.
• He was pictured training in London on the certificate date.
• Doctor Andrea Ludwig signed two vaccine certificates for Xhaka.

“In this turbulent emotional state, I obtained a vaccination certificate instead of clarifying my open questions through the proper channels.”

— Granit Xhaka

Xhaka is expected to be interviewed by Swiss authorities, with the offence carrying a maximum prison sentence of five years.

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