Behrami back for Swiss

Valon Behrami's fine week continued as the midfielder celebrated a return to the Switzerland squad.

The 24-year-old last turned out for his country in a 1-0 friendly victory over Finland a year ago, missing out as the Swiss secured qualification for next summer's FIFA World Cup in South Africa after suffering a long-term knee injury.

However, the energetic midfielder worked hard over the summer and returned to action at Wigan Athletic in September. In midweek, he was a driving force as West Ham United beat Aston Villa 2-1 at the Boleyn Ground.

National team coach Ottmar Hitzfeld has clearly been impressed by Behrami's form and fitness, and has included him in the ...