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Granit

American  
[grah-neet] / grɑˈnit /

noun

  1. Ragnar Arthur 1900–1991, Swedish physiologist, born in Finland: Nobel Prize in Medicine 1967.


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Switzerland have got some exciting young players to go with the know-how of Granit Xhaka and Manuel Akanji.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

He carries the ball really well and I know the Swiss fans have got big hopes for him - Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka has done an interview praising him as well.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Yet, as Le Bris explained when asked to compare Casemiro with his own club's 33-year-old midfielder Granit Xhaka, players of that experience bring much more than what is obvious on the pitch.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

The lack of response after Sunderland went ahead was alarming, Regis Le Bris's side, inspired by the experience and quality of Granit Xhaka, closed out the win with minimum anxiety.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Granit Xhaka has played a starring role for Sunderland as they have exceeded expectations on their return to the Premier League after an eight-year absence.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

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