Team
Switzerland
The Swiss midfielder who speaks 5 languages — on the pitch and in press rooms 🇨🇭
Granit Xhaka grew up multilingual in Switzerland and often switches languages mid‑interview, which mirrors his on‑field role as a translator between defence and attack.
- Born in Basel to Kosovar‑Albanian parents
- Fluent in German, English, French, Albanian, and conversational in others
He might pass through three languages before he passes the ball — efficient and confusing in the best way.
Player profiles & interviews
Granit Xhaka’s multilingual background and club/national career are documented in player profiles, interviews (Swiss media and international outlets) and FIFA/UEFA player pages; verify specific quotes in published inter…