Xhaka sentenced for false certificate

Sunderland and Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka has received a suspended fine of one hundred fifty thousand Swiss francs, equivalent to one hundred thirty-six thousand pounds, for obtaining a forged Covid-nineteen vaccination certificate.

Fine suspended for two years

The thirty-four-year-old says the fine is suspended for two years provided he does not commit any further offences. He has already paid the court costs. Xhaka obtained the certificate in twenty twenty-two when it was required in Switzerland for some travel abroad.

Xhaka accepts responsibility

Writing in German on Instagram, Xhaka said he was sentenced by summary judgment to a suspended fine of fifty daily rates of three thousand Swiss francs each. He stated: I accept the decision and take responsibility for my actions.

“I accept the decision and take responsibility for my actions.”

Xhaka set to play Brighton

Sunderland manager Regis le Bris said Xhaka trained well during the international break and is in a good place football-wise. Xhaka is expected to return to action when Sunderland host Brighton on Saturday at three pm British Summer Time.