In the World Cup qualifiers, Switzerland defeated Slovenia 3-0 at home. Swiss defender Akanji was interviewed after the game.

Akanji first said: "We scored 7 goals and conceded 0 goals and scored 6 points in the last two rounds of the World Cup qualifiers. This is really great. We knew from the beginning that this is important and every goal may be decisive. Can we beat Sweden next? Of course."

Akanji joined Inter Milan on loan at the last moment of this summer's transfer period. He continued: "I need to find a house to live first. I haven't played in Manchester City this season? Now I hope the situation will change." It was previously reported that in Inter Milan's Serie A against Juventus this weekend, Akanji is expected to start.