Date of Birth: August 1, 1984
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Bastian Schweinsteiger is a retired German professional footballer born on August 1, 1984, in Kolbermoor, West Germany. Renowned for his versatility, Schweinsteiger primarily played as a central midfielder but was adept in various positions across the midfield. His professional career began at Bayern Munich, where he spent 17 years and became one of the club’s all-time greats. During his tenure at Bayern, Schweinsteiger won numerous titles, including eight Bundesliga trophies, seven DFB-Pokal cups, and the prestigious UEFA Champions League in 2013. In 2015, he transferred to Manchester United, where he added the FA Cup, EFL Cup, and UEFA Europa League to his accolades. Schweinsteiger concluded his career at the Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer (MLS), retiring in 2019. On the international stage, he earned 121 caps for Germany, playing a crucial role in their 2014 FIFA World Cup victory. Off the field, Schweinsteiger is married to Serbian tennis player Ana Ivanovic, and they have two children together.
5 Interesting Facts about Bastian Schweinsteiger
1. Bastian Schweinsteiger was nicknamed “The Football God” by Bayern Munich fans.
2. He won the 2013 German Footballer of the Year award.
3. Schweinsteiger played in three FIFA World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014) and four UEFA European Championships (2004, 2008, 2012, 2016).
4. He is one of the few footballers to have won both the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup.
5. Schweinsteiger is an accomplished skier and considered pursuing a career in skiing before choosing football.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bastian Schweinsteiger
1. “When you start to play football, you never imagine that you will win the World Cup.”
2. “Bayern Munich is in my blood.”
3. “I always tried to give my best for the team.”
4. “It’s important to have a vision and to stick to it.”
5. “Football is a team sport, and the success of the team is always the most important.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Bastian Schweinsteiger’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $90 million.
Children
Bastian Schweinsteiger and Ana Ivanovic have two children: 1. Luka Schweinsteiger 2. Leon Schweinsteiger
Relevant Links
2. [Bastian Schweinsteiger on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bastian_Schweinsteiger
3. [Bastian Schweinsteiger’s Official Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bastianschweinsteiger/
4. [Bastian Schweinsteiger on FIFA.com](https://www.fifa.com/worldcup/players/player/217925/
