Yann Sommer: Swiss Goalkeeper Retires from National Team

Early Life and Career

Yann Sommer was born on December 17, 1988, in Morges, Switzerland. He began his professional career with FC Basel in 2009 and won the Swiss Super League four consecutive times from 2011 to 2014.

International Career

Sommer made his international debut for Switzerland in 2012 and quickly became the team's first-choice goalkeeper. He represented Switzerland at three major tournaments: the 2014 FIFA World Cup, the 2016 UEFA European Championship, and the 2020 UEFA European Championship.

Notable Achievements

• Held the record for the most clean sheets (22) in the Swiss national team's history
• Participated in the UEFA Champions League for Borussia Mönchengladbach
• Won the Swiss Footballer of the Year award in 2016 and 2018

Retirement from National Team

On August 15, 2022, at the age of 35, Sommer announced his retirement from the Swiss national team. He cited his desire to focus on his club career with Bayern Munich.

Club Career

Sommer joined Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2014 and quickly established himself as one of the Bundesliga's top goalkeepers. In 2023, he signed a contract with FC Bayern Munich.

Legacy

Yann Sommer is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in Swiss history. His leadership, consistency, and shot-stopping abilities made him a vital part of the Swiss national team for over a decade.