Granit Xhaka (C) showed his character in regaining his place in the Arsenal team despite being stripped of the captaincy Credit: Daniel LEAL / AFP

Switzerland’s World Cup captain Granit Xhaka says leadership is a role he learned aged four when he was handed the house keys as his Albanian parents worked overtime to make ends meet in their adopted country.

Not ready to subscribe? Sign up here for our free newsletter.

Already have an account? Sign in here.