Johan Manzambi ruled out of Switzerland’s UEFA Nations League games with calf injury

Johan Manzambi has recorded three goals and four assists in 10 appearances across all competitions for Aston Villa. | Photo Credit: REUTERS

Aston Villa forward Johan Manzambi has pulled out of the Switzerland squad for its upcoming UEFA Nations League B matches due to a calf injury, the nation said on Thursday.

The 21-year-old had joined camp on Monday, but his condition did not improve, and he was allowed to return to Villa.

“The midfielder joined the national team camp on Monday with a calf injury. Despite intensive medical treatment and further examinations, his condition has not improved sufficiently, making him unavailable for either game,” the Swiss Football Association said in a statement.

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“In agreement with Aston Villa, Manzambi will therefore return to his club on Friday. No further players will be called up. The national team squad now consists of 26 players,” it added.

Switzerland plays in the second tier of the Nations League and leads the four-team group by five points ahead of the final two rounds, at Slovenia on Friday and hosting Scotland on Monday.

A draw against Slovenia is enough to promote Switzerland back to the next top-tier groups in 2028.

Published on Nov 12, 2026

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