Granit Xhaka vs N'Golo Kanté
Granit Xhaka vs N'Golo Kanté: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Granit Xhaka and N'Golo Kanté?
Xhaka and Kanté have been compared frequently due to their pivotal roles in midfield for their respective clubs. Both players have faced each other in high-stakes Premier League matches, showcasing contrasting styles.
Granit Xhaka
Key numbers
- Total appearances477
- Total goals31
- International caps146
- International goals17
Top honours
- Swiss Super LeagueWinner (2010-11, 2011-12)
- FA CupWinner (2016-17, 2019-20)
- FIFA U-17 World CupWinner (2009)
- UEFA European Under-21 ChampionshipRunner-up (2011)
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N'Golo Kanté
Key numbers
- Total appearances400+
- Total goals30+
- International caps70+
- International goals2
Top honours
- Premier LeagueWinner (2015-16, 2016-17)
- FIFA World CupWinner (2018)
- UEFA Champions LeagueWinner (2020-21)