Switzerland striker Breel Embolo has been excluded from the national team’s upcoming squad for Nations League matches following a sanction for using forged Covid-19 documents.
The decision marks a significant blow to the Swiss national team, as Embolo joins midfielder Granit Xhaka, who was previously omitted from the roster for similar reasons related to fake health certificates.
Both players were sanctioned for their involvement in the use of falsified documents, a breach of regulations that has resulted in their removal from the national setup during the current competitive cycle.
The Swiss Football Association has confirmed the squad changes, ensuring that only players in full compliance with health and disciplinary protocols are available for selection in the upcoming fixtures.
Embolo, a key forward for the national side, will now miss the opportunity to feature in these crucial Nations League encounters, leaving the coaching staff to rely on other available attacking options.
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