Bastian Schweinsteiger is a retired German professional footballer, known for his versatility as a midfielder. He was born on August 1, 1984, in Kolbermoor, Germany. Schweinsteiger spent the majority of his career at Bayern Munich, where he won numerous titles, including multiple Bundesliga championships and the UEFA Champions League. In addition to his club success, Schweinsteiger was a key player for the Germany national team. He played in several major tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup, where he helped Germany secure the title in 2014. After leaving Bayern Munich, he played for Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer before retiring in 2019.