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Swiss international Granit Xhaka, a player for England's Sunderland, admitted to obtaining a fake vaccination certificate against the Coronavirus, despite not receiving the vaccine. He explained that he made the decision during a period when he felt fear, hesitation, and uncertainty about vaccination.
Xhaka said that obtaining the certificate was a mistake, expressing his regret and taking responsibility for his decision, and affirming his readiness to fully cooperate with the competent authorities. The player is undergoing a criminal investigation in Switzerland on suspicion of obtaining fake vaccination documents, while media reports indicate that his doctor is also under investigation for suspicion of issuing these documents. Following the player's admission, the Swiss Football Association announced his absence from the upcoming Swiss national team camp, as the competent authorities continue their procedures to investigate the circumstances of the case and determine the legal responsibilities associated with it.
