Swiss boss defends Xhaka and Embolo recalls to face Scotland - gossip
Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin never had any doubts about reinstating captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo to face Scotland as Raith Rovers face disciplinary action over a social media post aimed at Dunfermline Athletic's Neil Lennon.
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