Sami Khedira
A member of the Millennial generation, Sami Khedira was born in 1987 in Stuttgart and went on to become a celebrated Athlete.
German association football player
"Sami Khedira's career pinnacle came in 2014 when he achieved the rare feat of winning both the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid and the FIFA World Cup with Germany, cementing his place among elite footballers." — About Sami Khedira
| Metric | Sami Khedira | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 38 | 48 | -10 yrs |
| Height | 189cm (6'2") | 174cm | +15cm |
| Career length | 20 yrs | ~35 yrs | -15 yrs |
| Based on 416 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Sami Khedira
Did you know that Sami Khedira is one of the few players to have won both the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup in the same year (2014)?
- His younger brother, Rani Khedira, is also a professional footballer, currently playing in the Bundesliga.
- Sami served as captain for Germany at various youth levels before making his senior debut.
- He was a key member of the VfB Stuttgart team that surprisingly won the Bundesliga title in 2007.
- Khedira is known for his strong leadership qualities and tactical intelligence on the pitch.
- He pursued and completed a degree in sports management during his active playing career.
Sami Khedira's career pinnacle came in 2014 when he achieved the rare feat of winning both the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid and the FIFA World Cup with Germany, cementing his place among elite footballers. His crucial role in both triumphs showcased his midfield dominance and leadership, despite battling injuries.
Khedira is remembered as a versatile, powerful box-to-box midfielder whose professionalism and winning mentality inspired teammates across top European clubs. His mixed Tunisian-German heritage also made him a role model for many aspiring athletes.