It has been discussed, and it is now a reality, that Granit Xhaka has been nominated for the “Golden Shoe,” and it has even been reported that he is the first Albanian to achieve this.
However, the truth is somewhat different, as another Albanian footballer holds this distinction. This refers to the iconic Vlorë footballer, Sokol Kushta. With 322 matches in his career, including playing abroad during the golden years of the great Flamurtari team, Kushta was on the list of footballers nominated for the “Golden Shoe.”
This is the truth and the reality. Everyone wishes the best for Granit, but Kushta is the one who should also be recognized for this achievement.