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🇨🇭 Switzerland · Midfielder Star player

Granit Xhaka at the 2026 World Cup

Granit Xhaka is a star player for Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old midfielder plays his club football at Bayer Leverkusen. He has 3 previous World Cup appearances.

72/100
Star score
Star player
Relative position within the global top 200 (60-74)
33 years old Bayer Leverkusen Group B 3 previous WCs

Granit Xhaka profile

Country
🇨🇭 Switzerland
Position
Midfielder
Club
Bayer Leverkusen
Age
33
Number
#10
Group
B

Key strengths

Passing over lange afstand, leiderschap, spelinzicht, standaardsituaties.

Granit Xhaka at the 2026 World Cup — what to expect

Switzerland hope Granit Xhaka can make the difference at the 2026 World Cup. His role with the national team is key to their tournament campaign.

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Trivia

Aanvoerder van Zwitserland en sleutelspeler in het kampioensjaar van Leverkusen onder Xabi Alonso.

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Frequently asked questions about Granit Xhaka

Which country does Granit Xhaka represent at the 2026 World Cup?

Granit Xhaka plays for Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup. Switzerland are in Group B together with Canada, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Qatar.

What position does Granit Xhaka play?

Granit Xhaka plays as Midfielder at Bayer Leverkusen. For Switzerland he usually plays the same role.

How old is Granit Xhaka during the 2026 World Cup?

Granit Xhaka is 33 years old during the 2026 World Cup. This is his 4th World Cup appearance.

Which club does Granit Xhaka play for?

Granit Xhaka plays for Bayer Leverkusen.

What are Granit Xhaka and Switzerland's chances at the 2026 World Cup?

Switzerland hope Granit Xhaka can make the difference at the 2026 World Cup. His role with the national team is key to their tournament campaign.

Last updated: 2026-06-07

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