Mad respect for this guy. I know he's made mistakes, but you can see how committed he is, and he's an intelligent player and person. I hope he stays at Arsenal this summer, you can just tell what an important personality he is to the rest of the team and the manager. COYG

Unbelievable turnaround from Xhaka! One of the best in the league this season!

The part when he said we "Arsenal fans" make players scared of making mistakes broke my heart. Football is a game to be enjoyed and mistakes happen, they are part of football. And us as Arsenal fans should stop scaring our players with the ridiculous comments. Kindly let us support our players.

Can't imagine the scenes when he lifts the PL trophy. Incredible turnaround.

Genuinely fascinating character and one of the most insightful players we've ever had on TPT. Thanks so much for being so honest, authentic and for sharing your story with The Players' Tribune Granit.

Xhaka criminally underrated by social media fans but match going fans and true fans can see the effect this man has on the team. Without him we are lost in midfield. Xhaka deserves respect, and I hope this video goes a way in repairing the rift he has with the fans. He still has a lot to give here. For me, Xhaka is the captain without the armband. He does not need the metaphorical symbol of the band around his arm, when he is on the pitch, in the media, for his national team - he is a natural captain and he is always striving for the best for this club. Respect, Granit.

I can see him being an elite manager someday. Serious character true professional love this guy

Can be a frustrating player at times but his dedication, commitment and professionalism is always exemplary. Young players should endeavor to have an attitude just like granit.

I changed my mind on you Xhaka when I saw how hard you were fighting for the team and that you didn’t do the lazy apology and took your time. The Gooner fans are behind you and your family ❤️

All the genuine Arsenal supporters Love you Granit! Those who use such bad terms of insults aren't supporters of the club. Keep up. Keep doing good.

One thing yiu can never say about Granit is that he doesn’t give everything on the pitch . Sometimes he’s to emotional maybe , but he represents what I want from an Arsenal player , 100% committed

Xhaka v France was one of the best player performance ever

Nobody who abuses players is an arsenal fan - victory through harmony. All us real ones are fully behind you granit 👊

Doesn’t deserve the amount of hate he gets but for all the haters there’s a lot of fans who appreciate and have a lot of love for Xhaka ❤

its actually crazy what happened, just imagine having a stadium full of people doing that, like its genuinely insane. Mustve been tough to go through man. Xhakas a fighter man, big respect to him

Doesn’t get the props he deserves (sometimes due to his own mistakes). The most recent game just showed what we are missing in midfield without him

Granit has probably the best redemption story in football. To go from what happened during the Palace game to now having his name sung around the Emirates in a title leading side. Full respect to the guy

Granit, you have my respect. What happened, happened. You decided to stay and still want to win something here. We fans can’t ask for much more that. We’ll continue to support you and the team 🔴⚪️

Feels so good to come back to this interview after Xhaka scored an amazing goal against Manchester United today. Despite the respect and the love we all have for Granit, no one mentioned Arteta. How important was Mikel on helping Xhaka come back up, absolute legend with great vision. In Arteta we trust! When you listen to the way Xhaka speaks about Arteta you see what a mastermind he is. If it wasn’t for Arteta we would not have Xhaka today!

I think the most striking takeaway from this is that players at Arsenal are scared to make a mistake because of the social media backlash. Think about that the next time you watch a game and you feel like they're only passing sideways.

Watching this video you realise what a mastermind Arteta is, the way he approaches his players, the way he motivates them, if it wasn’t for him Xhaka would be done. Just listen to the way Xhaka speaks about him! And this goes for all the other players including the amazing performances of Saka and ESR under him. Even with the Nketiah situation, alot of fans doubted him and Arteta pushed for him to stay, and today, after 2 amazing performances against Chelsea and Manchester United we all love Eddie! IN ARTETA WE TRUST!

Excellent interview this, no clichés or guys looking for soundbites just a player talking. We need more of this , more humanising players , there's been so much to disconnect us from them recently with super leagues, closed doors games and disparity in their wages compared to ours. It's important to have these videos to remind us they are still human like the rest of us.

My respect for Xhaka just skyrocketed after watching this. Real guy on and off the pitch. Thank you for this piece of content. More of this.

It's so good he decided to speak and open up about his best/worst moments. It's amazing to get to know the real Granit.

Absolutely loved this interview. Respect for Granit Xhaka increased tenfolds if not more. How he handles himself off the pitch, the character, integrity, discipline and his epic work ethic is something highly commendable. Mad respect. As long as he wears the arsenal jersey, he will always have my support and love as a true gunner fan.

Great interview and much need to hear Xhaka's point of view. He's still my Arsenal Captain and back him 1000 percent. Respect.

That "no", at 15:56, tells you everything. I really hope the Arsenal fans that poured hate on this guy watch this interview and think about what they did. Amazing that he stayed after all that.

Thanks to the Players tribune team (TPTfootball) for interviewing football players & showing us thier real character. After seeing these shows I have special respect for the players & thank you for that ❤️

Came here after his amazing goal against Man Utd. Kudos to him for his loyalty to Arsenal, despite what he went through. Truly an extraordinary lad.

Xhaka and Ronaldo must be brothers in a different dimension.

Love this guy. The only player I've ever known that his own fans and media will only talk when he plays poorly. Yet when he's good which is most weeks he is not praised. Massive respect for him and what a interview.

Big arsenal fan here, big respect to this man. You are appreciated my friend💪🏽

All fans have to remember is that Wenger signed him, every coach since plays him... Don't let the words and opinions of those on TV panels + ex players, not smart enough to coach, sway the way we treat people... It wouldn't happen at Anfield ever. We are Arsenal, That used to mean something. Good luck Granit and Family 🍀✌️

Most underated player at Arsenal we need to do better as fans, we’re all human we make mistakes get angry but it’s true Xhaka truly cares too much COYG 🙌🏻🙌🏻

Love you Xhaka, I’m sorry you’ve had this treatment and very proud to have you playing for my football team. Love to you and your family.

GX just took 26 mins to bare his soul. It's NEVER NEVER okay to insult/abuse players, they too are humans - flesh and blood. Extending the hate to their families and loved ones is even much more worst. I love the man Granit Xhaka ❤️

The captain without the armband Respect 💯

He defines character, respect and to never ever give up. My cap 🔴⚪

He's gonna be Arteta's number 2 at some point

A fascinating insight into Granit Xhaka’s character & you can’t help but respect his honesty and values. Brilliant work guys 👏🏼

No one can hate on Xhaka after watching this. Well done players’ tribune!

One of my favourite players in the team, and one of the best players in the team, contrary to what some fans might think. Underrated midfielder with an ability to break open play and pass the ball across lines that very few midfielders in world football today can. Also a fantastic guy who has been unfairly slated and many of his cards this season were seriously given just on reputation, and not based on the actual foul itself.

Love this from Granit. Incredible story.

Elite player. Elite Mentality. Elite skillset. There is a reason why every Manager has him/ want him as their key player. I hope to see him get the due credit from people who love football.

Regardless of what you think about Xhaka, speaks volumes about his character for not leaving Arsenal after that incident. Wish our fan base wasn’t so Toxic.

legends are made by the sacrifice and the commitment.. as an arsenal fans for a feeling reason, i'll take any other legends who have give so many success for the club in the past years with this Man of steel Granit.. ❤️GX34

Xhaka Mentallity

We’ve got Granit Xhaka. We’ve got Granit Xhaka 🎶

I'll never understand why he is not captain, i know the whole walk off wasn't ideal but now we have Mikel and xhaka has proved he is more than capable to lead this team

Great interview and player! Great to see him back in form, 3 goals so far and more to come!

I find it very telling he never mention’s Unai Emery once, who clearly scapegoated him in the entire situation. Xhaka has been a completely different player for the club under the Arteta regime vs the Emery regime. Xhaka x Partey has the potential to be the best double pivot in the England. Xhaka is going to be essential for the top 4 race this year COYG

The filth that put Granit and his family through that period are lower than turds hitting the pan. Nothing but respect for Granit for his fight and love of The Arsenal. So glad he has come through it top player top man. 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

He's a true professional👏🏾 Arsenal through and through

Of course he’s had good and bad days. What I can say is that he’s one of the most important characters in the Arsenal squad and he would be the first name on my team sheet. I feel like Unai Emery did not get the most out of him or manage him well, but since Mikel started he’s been much more consistent. Also he’s a fantastic guy…

Wow, what an insight. This is something we need to see more of. Thank you Granit for taking the time to do this interview - very articulate and so genuine.

This is brilliant! Great interview! Some of the “fan tv” lot could learn from the class shown here. Top job 👏🏻

What a Man and what a fantastic player he is. 100% truth spoken. Blessed to call you my Brother Giti❤️.

A very real interview. And I believe him when he said being a captain at Arsenal is difficult. I have tried to compare him with Sergio Ramos who had a worse disciplinary record at Real Madrid. He didn't get as much stick as Granit. I really do hope we as fans treat our players better. A great interview!

the truth is he is not of the standard we require..

Amazing video. This interview is raw and real, really felt an emotional connection with a man that has been through so much. The highs and lows. The level headed attitude is one I didn’t see in him from his displays on the field. But hearing him speak on situations really opens your eyes and mind to the mentality of the man. Very well done. I have always had a blind love for Granit, and that only increased after watching this video.. you guys earned a subscriber for sure! Thank you.

Got to say it was a class act in this interview, he works hard and makes mistakes. he is human, well done for keep going and sticking with our club.

Just finished it: thanks for your honesty Xhaka! We both love Arsenal! That’s what we have in common ❤️ good luck for the rest of the season bro 💯

Goes on to win his first arsenal potm the same month he did this in. What a redemption he's had

Man, this is so good and well crafted. Props to the channel and Xhaka for doing this!

Very well spoken and openly honest interview from Granit. The fact that so many managers opt for him to be their Captain speaks volumes about the man and his personality, commitment and dedication. So agree with him that criticism is one thing but abuse towards his family is totally unacceptable and I would like to add it’s also unacceptable to abuse Granit himself or any player but unfortunately we are in that social media age where abusers hide behind an avatar and a made up name and don’t for one minute think about the affect and consequences of their actions. Granit has performed really well for Arsenal this season and having left a home stadium where the majority of your fans were booing and jeering, whether it was fault of his own or not, to then decide to stay and come back to where he is now takes an incredibly strong character, a huge amount of hard work and courage. Granit is so right, we watch our players for 90 minutes but we don’t know them, we don’t know how hard they work or of any personal issues they might be facing so it is not right to get personal but only right to criticise the football performance.

It’s finally back. Where did this video disappear?

Respect to xhaka I watched this whole video

Always had and will have Respect for you my friend. Happy you were able to get this off your chest and i hope the fans see the impact you have in our squad and in our club

i was one of many who was frustrated with granit’s performances and behavior a couple of years ago. i think everyone could see how much pressure he was under as captain, and it got to him. he’s won me over since, been absolutely integral and i understand now that he’s just a passionate and driven guy that won’t back down from anyone or anything. much love to granit, looking forward to having him around for a while longer

I’ve always rooted for Xhaka. He always brings passion and intensity. I think he was a victim of the circumstances at Arsenal with a poor side and no change in expectations from the fans for an Arsenal side that clearly wasn’t at the level they were used to. He became a scapegoat at times. But full credit to him for sticking it out and staying committed to the club and has now helped them tremendously this season. Hope the refs can finally stop booking him just based on his reputation. Thank you Xhaka, you are appreciated and loved, and btw what a banger today against Man U!!!!

In Arsenal, we have 2 types of fans. No 1 , including me we always support our players even they’re not in good form . We support the coach even with Unai Emery. We support collectively . Coz that’s our club Arsenal. We support the whole system. Win , lose or draw ! We get behind the team . Critics ? Yeah we always gonna say something like “granit should’ve played better in the midfield area and release the ball faster , next game I hope he improve his game and play better“ . That’s the most we give, criticism which have support vibe . No 2 , the TOXIC FANS ! who abuse the team , who say bad names to our players, who wants our coach OUT of the team when we lose. Sometimes when the team win a match , they will still find mistakes. And before the game, they’re the one who making a lot of score predictions saying that we win 4-0 and so on, as we lose the match they’re the one who mocked the whole team, abuse the players who are off form, and making the post wants the our Boss to resign. Every match they putting negative vibe. And you know what the best these toxic fans says about themselves? They self-proclaimed themselves as a passionate fans? Wow, just Wow! I’m just sick of these fans and always say to them please go and support other team coz we don’t need this negative vibe around our beautiful team. At that time you can abuse us like those opponents fans. It’s easy to be an Arsenal fans. We just support our team, our players and definitely our Boss. Whoever comes and join Arsenal, you give them support. The players needs our support to boost their morale and increase their confidence. Simple innit?

Incredible mentality.... Thanks man for your genuine contributions. There are still some of us who believe in you. 👍🙌

What a character. I respect him even more for this.

I like Xhaka alot man, I’ve been an arsenal fan since a child . Honestly I wish i meet him one day just so i can have the chance to tell him how much he means to me man . I love you my brother 🙌🏿

I am particularly thrilled and touched by this interview. Mad respect for Granit Xhaka ❤❤❤

Granit is one of those rare modern players who could survive in many eras of football. From the 70s, 80s, 90s early 2000s, eras when the game was brutal and physical and you needed to be a gladiator on the field. Great interview!

I have always had a lot of respect for Granit Xhaka. The way he continued to work hard and be loyal to the club even after. Many players would have quit or demanded to leave he stayed and remained professional.

Such an underrated player. Such a massive part to our rebuild. Love you granit 🤝

i read the whole article! honestly this was brilliantly written. well done! you get a sub, and also, Respect to Granit! COYG

Granit Xhaka has been the most consistent player across the last two seasons at Arsenal, he deserves respect for that, people like to point out only what benefits their preconceived ideas. Arsenal football club has the core of it’s values set in the ideas respect and class, nothing of that is shown when someone’s life is threatened, true fans stand by our successes as much as the hardships, someone who identifies with Arsenal should never threaten a club servant, let alone their family. Xhaka has shown again and again his passion for the club and how much he cares, i’m tired of people amplifying his mistakes and undermining his ability and commitment, he is a true leader amongst players and it’s time for the fans to acknowledge the passion and commitment, time to move on, I know I already have, come on Granit, right behind you and the rest of the lads. We’re building something special here❤️🤍 #COYG

He’s not club captain but he’s defo a leader. Not many players in our team has his mentality

Thank you for doing this interview Xhaka! I love your character and attitude and how hard you fight for the badge. PTF, very well done!

I respect you Granit. You're better than many ex arsenal players.

never seen such a redemption arc from an footballer let alone arsenal. fantastic to see players prove fans wrongs. its what we want.

Insane interview, thank you.

I swear if he leaves at the end of the season it is a step backwards. So underrated it's unreal.

A very honest interview and I can’t begin to feel like what it must be like to be on the receiving end of hate from people who think it’s ok to boo or abuse one of their own just because those people support and love the club. In my book that isn’t ok, but these situations are only resolved by both parties letting the hate go. Everyone who wears the shirt is family to Arsenal fans and sometimes family can hurt each other, but by sharing good experiences most will heal. Sadly some never do but in the end that’s down to the individual to resolve or not. Granit, you deserve enormous credit for your professionalism and commitment in the face of criticism and you’ve been one of our most consistent players this season. Maybe try not to go in for the dodgy 50/50 when you are on a yellow, but please don’t change your competitive game, your partnership with Thomas is solid and you complement each other so well and we need midfield grit. Love to you every time you put on an Arsenal shirt and to you and your family in your life here. Stay happy and, red cards aside, thank you for all you do for the Arsenal, the club of my heart. ❤️

Mad respect for Granit, amazing footballer and an even greater character. Thank you TPTFootball for this interview! COYG!!

This is so touching. God bless you Granit🥺

His Positives: 1. Most positionally aware player. 2. Interprets tactics more than most players. 3. Keeps the midfield fluid and ticking. 4. Passing range very good. 5. Work ethics unbelievable 6. Rarely injured. 7. 100% passion. Negatives: 1. Lack of pace, 2. Loses concentration at times. 3. Prone to losing his head due to passion.

Xhaka you are the one reason that I become arsenal fan and you will be arsenal fans favorite for sure

thanks Players' tribune, because the interview my Granit Xhaka going better and better. terimakasih

I'm an arsenal fan. This guy is as real as they get. I actually love his mentality. Kudos to you granit, stay true to who you are.

Great interview, you can never question granits commitment.

I never wanted Granit Xhaka to leave Arsenal because he is a great player at all times and no matter what he will always be my favourite player forever 🤍❤️

this is so great from xhaka wish more players would do just a casual interview about their life and experiences

Xhaka has always been my favourite player. So much passion and hunger, he inspires me every single day of my life. I wish to meet him one day

Big respect Granit. I did always admire him when he first came to Arsenal. A player that outs in a 100% shift every game. makes mistakes.. yes but always puts in the effort. A astute man and wish he can along with the rest of the teams achieve something special at Arsenal. Cmon ya Gunners!!!

Fascinating to watch, thanks for sharing!

Bro ur in my heart u are the most important player in our squad I never doubted you and u give as everything on the pitch COYG respect my man