Xherdan Shaqiri Out with Injury for FC Basel
FC Basel has announced that star player Xherdan Shaqiri will be sidelined due to an injury sustained during training. The club confirmed on Friday that Shaqiri is unavailable for Sunday’s match against FC Sion, scheduled for 14:00. According to a statement released on Basel’s official page, Shaqiri suffered a “small structural muscle injury in his right thigh” on Tuesday, April 21st.
The injury occurred during routine training sessions. Medical assessments indicate Shaqiri’s recovery period could extend for several weeks. As a result, he will miss Basel’s home game against Sion.
“FC Basel captain, Xherdan Shaqiri, sustained a small structural muscle injury in his right thigh during training on Tuesday, April 21, 2026,” the statement read. “We wish him a speedy recovery.”
The absence of Shaqiri is a notable setback for the club as they approach the remainder of the season. Further updates on his recovery will be provided as they become available.
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