Shaqiri on fire: sensational return to Switzerland and XXL season with FC Basel

Twelve years after his departure for Bayern Munich, Xherdan Shaqiri he returned to his land. And what a return! The former player of Olympic Lyon shines like rarely in his career. Return to FC Baselhe had an exceptional season, to the point of dominating all the debates Swiss Super League.

A regular season like a boss

With 31 games played in the championship, Shaqiri it was a indisputable pillar of FC Basel this season. But beyond his consistency, it is his offensive output that impresses. In fact, he registered 18 Tues and released 20 assistsa simply stratospheric total for an attacking midfielder. These numbers do the best player in the leagueboth in terms of impact and effectiveness.

Thanks to him the Basel club has rediscovered a winning dynamic, recalling the good years of domination in Switzerland. Supporters are not wrong: the “magic cube” is back on top.

The Swiss Cup is still up for grabs

In addition to his performance in the league, so was Shaqiri decisive in the Swiss Cup. He scored two goalsan inside 16th finalanother one inside 8th finalactively contributing to the progress of his team. FC Basel is now qualified for the finalon which it will be played June 1st at 2pm au Wankdorf Stadium in Bern. This meeting will bring together more than 30,000 spectators in an atmosphere that promises to be electric.

A story that comes full circle?

Returned to FC Basel after moving to 11.8 million euros towards the Bayern Munich in 2012, Shaqiri seems to be experiencing a second youth. His return, which some had welcomed with skepticism, is today a a more than successful bet. The former Liverpool, Inter and Lyon player has found the ideal context in Switzerland to shine again.

A national icon rediscovered

At 32 years old, Shaqiri proves that he has lost none of his magic. His power, his vision of the game and his influence on the pitch make him a true reference in the Swiss championship. This return to the homeland is more than a simple heartfelt choice: it is a sporting rebirth that could end with the apotheosis on June 1st.