Bastian Schweinsteiger biography, married, wife, ana ivanovi?, salary, twitter, transfer, net worth • biography

International Career with Germany

Bastian Schweinsteiger began his international career in 2004 and went on to earn 121 caps and score 24 goals for the German national team, making him the fourth most capped player in the country’s history. He participated in four UEFA European Championships and three FIFA World Cups, including the victorious 2014 FIFA World Cup campaign. Following Philipp Lahm’s retirement in 2014, Schweinsteiger was appointed team captain and continued in that role until his retirement from international football in 2016.

Playing Style and Recognition

Known for his intelligence on the pitch, powerful shooting ability, and precise delivery from set pieces, Schweinsteiger earned a reputation as one of the finest midfielders in the world. His tireless energy and ability to read the game earned him nicknames like "midfield motor" and "midfield mastermind." German national team coach Joachim Löw once referred to him as "the brain" of the team. He was also voted Germany’s Best Player in 2013.

Personal Life and Media Presence

Schweinsteiger was raised Roman Catholic and earned the nicknames "Basti" or "Schweini" among fans. "Basti" was often used to distinguish him from his elder brother Tobias Schweinsteiger, who also played football, primarily for Bayern Munich’s reserve team.

He was in a relationship with model Sarah Brandner from 2007 until 2014. Later that year, he began dating Serbian tennis player Ana Ivanović, whom he married in 2016. The couple has since become prominent public figures. His reported salary at the peak of his career was approximately £14.3 million, and his net worth is estimated at around $82 million. He also maintains a presence on social media, particularly through his Twitter account, @BSchweinsteiger.