Switzerland's national team captain, Granit Xhaka, has confessed that he could not sleep after his team's 2-0 defeat to Serbia in Leskovac. In an interview with Swiss broadcaster RTS, Xhaka opened up about his emotions before Switzerland's next match against Denmark in Copenhagen, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
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| Granit Xhaka speaking to Swiss media (archive) |
"To be honest with you, I didn’t sleep until 8 in the morning. It was a very emotional game, and no matter what, I always struggle to sleep after matches, especially if it’s a loss," Xhaka explained. "I am usually very self-critical, always analyzing what I did well and what I didn’t," he added.
The Swiss captain's comments highlight the pressure and emotional toll that high-stakes international matches can have on professional athletes. Despite the difficult loss, Xhaka remains focused on improving his performance and learning from his experiences.