Bastian Schweinsteiger
Bastian Schweinsteiger is a noted German former footballer who played as a midfielder. He first played as a wide midfielder but later switched to a central midfield role. He was referred to as one of the greatest players the country has ever produced by former Germany national team manager Joachim Löw.
Schweinsteiger played for Bayern Munich II, Bayern Munich, Manchester United, and Chicago Fire. Schweinsteiger announced his retirement as a player in 2019 and has since worked as an on-air football analyst for German television broadcaster ARD. In addition, he is the station’s weekend program, Sportschau.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Age
He was born in Kolbermoor, West Germany on August 1, 1984. Schweinsteiger is 39 years old.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Height
He is a man of tall stature. Schweinsteiger stands at a height of 6 ft 0 in ( approx. 1.83m ).
Bastian Schweinsteiger Family
He was born to his devoted parents in Kolbermoor, West Germany. Schweinsteiger holds American nationality. He is the son of Monika Schweinsteiger and Alfred Schweinsteiger. He grew up with elder brother, Tobias, a professional footballer who also played for Bayern Munich, albeit in the reserve team.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Wife
He is married to his loving wife Serbian tennis player Ana Ivanovic, on 12 July 2016 in Venice, Italy. The two began dating in September 2014. The duo are parents of two sons born in 2018 and 2019. Moreover, the couple announced that they were expecting their third child together in February 2023. Before that, he was in a relationship with model Sarah Brandner from 2007 until July 2014.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Education
He is an educated man who has not shared his educational details with the public. Thus, details regarding the high school or college attended remain unknown.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Number | Jersey | Number 31 | Kit Number
As a Central midfielder, Schweinsteiger wore jersey number 31 at Manchester United F.C., FC Bayern Munich, and Chicago Fire Fc.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Man Utd | United | 2015
Manchester United completed the signing of Schweinsteiger on July 13, 2015, in a three-year contract for a fee of €9 million (£6.5 million). He was given shirt number 23 in pre-season but switched to 31, which he wore at Bayern. He first made his pre-season debut for Manchester United in a friendly match against Club América on 17 July 2015.
Schweinsteiger was punished with a three-match retrospective ban on December 7, 2015, by The Football Association for striking West Ham United’s Winston Reid in the throat in their meeting two days earlier. Moreover, he returned to the team towards the end of 2016 and made his first appearance as a late substitute in the EFL Cup quarter-final against West Ham United. In addition, he left the team in 2017
Bastian Schweinsteiger Stats
He played professionally for four teams having a total of 56 goals in 479 games. The teams include:
- Bayern Munich II from 2001 to 2005 had two goals in 34 games.
- Bayern Munich from 2002 to 2015 had 45 goals in 342 games.
- Manchester United from 2015 to 2017 had 1 goal in 18 games.
- Chicago Fire from 2017 to 2019 had 8 goals in 85 games.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Chicago Fire | Mls | Chicago
Manchester United allowed Schweinsteiger to join Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire on March 21, 2017. He debuted for the Chicago Fire, scoring in a 2–2 home draw against Montreal Impact. During his tenure, he was voted into the “MLS All-Star Fan XI” along with other teammates. Schweinsteiger announced his retirement from professional football in October 2019.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Germany | World Cup
In June 2004, he made his international in a friendly against Hungary and earned 121 caps before his retirement from international football in 2016. Schweinsteiger was part of the German squad for every major tournament from UEFA Euro 2004 until Euro 2016. Schweinsteiger was in the 2010 World Cup qualifying, playing nine of the 10 games and contributing three goals.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Bayern Munich | Young
He first joined FC Bayern Munich as a youth team player on July 1, 1998. During his time, he spent 17 seasons at Bayern Munich, playing in exactly 500 matches across all competitions and scoring 68 goals. Schweinsteiger made 135 appearances in all competitions for Bayern Munich and scored 10 goals in the process. In addition, he received the 2013 German Player of the Year due to his performance for Bayern Munich.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Retired | 2019 | 2023
Schweinsteiger announced his retirement from professional football on October 8, 2019. This was a few days after his retirement from active sports in October 2019. The ARD announced that Schweinsteiger would be accompanying live broadcasts of football matches as an expert in Qatar for the next three years up to and including the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Bastian Schweinsteiger 2014 | 2014 World Cup
He made five appearances as Germany qualified for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. During the World Cup, he won his 100th cap for the national team in a 5–3 win over Sweden on October 15, 2013. Moreover, he was instrumental in the World Cup finals against Argentina and led the mid-field with sweeping passes for the German attack.
Bastian Schweinsteiger 2016
He was appointed as the new captain for Germany after Philipp Lahm’s retirement. He had sustained damage on his knee while he was training with the German national team which made him miss the rest of the Premier League season on March 23, 2016. However, he recovered in time to be selected for Germany’s 27-man provisional squad for UEFA Euro 2016. He scored in stoppage time after coming on late in a 2–0 group-stage victory over Ukraine on June 12, 2016.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Sarah Brandner
He first dated model Sarah Brandner from 2007 until July 2014. The two even lived together in Munich. Sarah a 35-year-old who has appeared on Food Facts: Köstliche Rezepte mit viel Vitamin C.
Bastian Schweinsteiger Net Worth
He is a German former professional footballer who has played in numerous games earning various awards. His net worth is $90 Million.
How Old Is Bastian Schweinsteiger
He is 39 years old born in Kolbermoor, West Germany on August 1, 1984.
What Was Bastian Schweinsteiger Known For
He was known as one of the most decorated players in German football history. In his career, he brought an Aladdin’s cave of trophies and 26 major triumphs in total.
Where Is Bastian Schweinsteiger
He has worked as an on-air football analyst for German television broadcaster ARD and the weekend program, Sportschau after he retired in 2019.
Schweinsteiger’s Social Media Account
Twitter – @BSchweinsteiger
Instagram – bastianschweinsteiger