YANN SOMMER

ABOUT

Yann Sommer is the guy you can rely on. Not just as a business partner or a human being, but also as a goalkeeper. The fact that he is the only soccer player in the field who’s allowed to use his hands is also reflected in his personality: whatever he tackles has “hands and feet” – as one would say in German. Apart from the soccer-necessary limbs, it’s his mind and heart which drive him.

Since the age of five he has been standing between the goalposts that mean the world to him. With both feet on the ground he is used to taking responsibility and making decisions – within a split second.

As a full professional with every inch of his heart and soul, he leaves nothing to chance and always finds the perfect mix between being serious and relaxed. Striking the right balance, Yann loves music by taking singing lessons, plays the guitar and piano. In addition he is a passionate cook and spends his time with photography.

His distinctly versatile and reflective personality accounts for his compelling charisma. His integrity and professional attitude make him a valuable business partner and reliable team player.

Yann Sommer is the prototype of the modern professional; a man who keeps his promises and thinks further than he kicks.

“I LOVE MY JOB. THERE IS NOTHING ELSE I’D RATHER LIKE TO DO AND I REALLY HOPE MY HEALTH ALLOWS ME TO DO THIS FOR A LONG TIME.”

Yann Sommer balancing a ball on his head. Footballer, Soccerplayer, Goalkeeper.

FACTS

Born: December 17, 1988 in Morges, Switzerland

Height: 183 cm

Weight: 81 kg

Position: Goalkepper

CLUBS

Borussia Mönchengladbach: 2014–to date

FC Basel: 2006–2014

Grasshopper Club Zürich: 2009–2010

FC Vaduz: 2007–2009

FC Basel (U21): 2005-2007

SWISS NATIONAL TEAM

2012–to date

U21: 2007–2011

U19: 2005–2007

U17: 2003–2005

U16: 2003–2004

JUNIORS

FC Basel: 2003–2005

Concordia Basel: 1997–2003

FC Herrliberg: 1993–1997

Hands of Yann Sommer. Model and Footballer, Soccerplayer, Goalkeeper.

ACCOMPLISHEMENTS

FC BASEL

Swiss Super League Champions: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

Swiss Cup: 2012

Uhrencup: 2011, 2013

FC VADUZ

Swiss Challenge League Champions, promotion to Swiss Super League: 2008

Liechtenstein Cup: 2008

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

FC Basel: 2010/11, 2011/12, 2013/14

Borussia Mönchengladbach: 2015, 2016

SWISS NATIONAL TEAM

UEFA Nations League 2019: 4th place

FIFA World Cup 2018: round of 16

UEFA European Championship 2016: round of 16

FIFA World Cup 2014: round of 16

UEFA European U21 Championship 2011: runner-up

AWARDS

Swiss Footballer of the Year: 2016, 2018

Winner Felix-Award 2019 in the category “footballer of the year” in Nordheim-Westfalen

“COOKING IS MORE THAN JUST CREATING A BALANCE. IT CONNECTS ME WITH NATURE AND IT GROUNDS ME. EATING IS FUNDAMENTAL FOR OUR WELL-BEING.”

PARTNERS

With his passion, his amicable and his down-to-earth style, as well as his sporting performance achievements, Yann Sommer fits perfectly with NIVEA MEN as the No. 1 brand in the men's care market – we value the long-standing and professional cooperation.

Daniel Zagalak

Brand Manager Switzerland

Sky Switzerland is delighted to work with Yann Sommer as a brand ambassador. He symbolizes everything that we also stand for: being dynamic and ambitious. We are delighted to be working with Yann on a number of exciting campaigns.

Eric Grignon
CEO Sky Switzerland

Just like IWC, Yann Sommer represents the international side of Switzerland across the globe. We are therefore delighted to welcome the successful goalkeeper to our family.

Linus Fuchs

IWC Managing Director

Passion, motivation, enthusiasm and fairness are values that both Yann Sommer and bestsmile represent. As an emerging medical lifestyle brand, our company has found the perfect brand ambassador in Yann Sommer. Bestsmile stands for Swiss precision and first class - Yann Sommer proves this regularly on the soccer field as an exceptional talent.

Ertan Wittwer

Founder

As one of the world’s leading sports brands, we want to be on the pitch with the best athletes. Yann Sommer, goalkeeper of Borussia Mönchengladbach and the Swiss national team, is considered the backbone of both squads. His dynamic and positive mindset on and off the field make him the perfect brand ambassador.

Matthias Bäumer

Area General Manager DACH

PROJECTS

STIFTUNG PRO UKBB

For many ill children, the hospital becomes their world. The Pro UKBB Foundation helps the young patients to forget their difficult circumstances for a moment. As an ambassador of the foundation, Yann Sommer is proud to give them some distraction from their everyday lives. Every time he visits the hospital, he realizes how much joy they get from spending time together. “I want these kids to know that we’re there for them. It’s always very moving to see with how much courage and bravery they face their situation – without ever losing their smiles.” Yann is determined to ensure that these children continue to receive the attention and support they deserve.

For more information: www.pro-ukbb.ch

Yann Sommer playing soccer in action. Black and white. Model and Footballer, Soccerplayer, Goalkeeper.

GESUND IM LOCKDOWN

5.2020

SI Sport Magazin