Reaction to Xhaka After Denmark Match

Bayer Leverkusen star Granit Xhaka made headlines with controversial remarks after the Denmark-Switzerland match. During Denmark’s 2-0 victory over Switzerland on Thursday night, Granit Xhaka was furious when Patrick Dorgu’s opening goal was allowed. Xhaka believed the ball should have been taken out of play due to a foul on Swiss player Breel Embolo.

Granit Xhaka Red Card! Why Was He Sent Off?

Following the contentious incident, Xhaka received a yellow card for his altercation with Danish players. Just five minutes later, he was shown a second yellow and then a red card for a rough challenge on Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. After the match, Fulham defender Joachim Andersen criticized Xhaka’s actions.

Joachim Andersen’s Harsh Criticism of Granit Xhaka

Speaking to Denmark’s leading sports news outlet, Tipsbladet, Andersen said, “He [Xhaka] is a top-class footballer, but he’s also a bit of a w*hore. We know Granit; he can get a bit hot-headed on the pitch. I have a lot of respect for him, but sometimes he loses his mind. I think he was good at staying calm for many years, but today he lost it a bit.”

Denmark Secures Victory with Hojbjerg’s Goal

Hojbjerg’s goal in the 90+2nd minute sealed Denmark’s victory and took them to the top of their UEFA Nations League group. In the same interview, Andersen added regarding Xhaka’s reaction: “There was no reason to put the ball out. The rules say you should only do that if there’s a head injury. I’m 100% sure that if it were the other way around, they wouldn’t put the ball out.”

Switzerland to Face Spain Without Suspended Xhaka

Switzerland will face the EURO 2024 champions Spain in a crucial UEFA Nations League match on Sunday without the suspended Granit Xhaka. Meanwhile, Denmark will face Serbia on the same day.