Sunderland fans will absolutely love what Jamie Carragher said about Granit Xhaka after Everton draw

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Credit: Imago Mon 3 November 2025 22:25, UK Granit Xhaka produced another incredible performance for Sunderland during their 1-1 draw against Everton. Sunderland captured Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer, and since then, the former Arsenal star has proven to be one of the Premier League’s best signings.

Credit: ImagoJamie Carragher wowed by Granit Xhaka vs EvertonAfter Iliman Ndiaye gave Everton the lead at Sunderland, Regis Le Bris’ side required some magic from his players, and it came from Xhaka 42 seconds into the second half. Xhaka, who was named Sunderland captain shortly after joining in the summer, leads by example on the pitch, and Jamie Carragher felt he was ‘head and shoulders’ above the rest at the Stadium of Light.

Because there will come a stage this season where Sunderland no go a few games without picking points up.“Keep ticking along and get as close to 35 or 36 points, which is almost guaranteed survival in the Premier League.”Xhaka’s incredible stats vs EvertonSunderland’s beginning to the 2025/26 campaign is beyond every supporter’s wildest dreams, as many tipped the Black Cats to struggle. Granit Xhaka’s stats vs Everton90 minutes played1 goal60/68 (88%) pass completion5 key passes6 recoveries5/7 ground duels wonA return of five key passes and an 88 per cent pass completion demonstrates how Xhaka orchestrated proceedings against Everton, and the Swiss maestro is quickly becoming a fan favourite.