Fabian Schar

Fabian Schär is a Swiss central defender renowned for his composure on the ball, powerful long-range shooting and ability to contribute in attack. After beginning his career in Switzerland with FC Wil and FC Basel, Schär gained experience in Germany and Spain before joining Newcastle United in 2018. He became an important figure in Newcastle's resurgence, combining defensive reliability with technical ability and an eye for spectacular goals.

Five Facts

1. Champions League experience with Basel Schär won three consecutive Swiss Super League titles with FC Basel between 2013 and 2015, gaining valuable UEFA Champions League experience before moving to the Bundesliga.

2. A bargain signing for Newcastle Newcastle United signed Schär from Deportivo La Coruña in July 2018 for approximately £3 million, following the Spanish club's relegation from La Liga.

3. Famous long-range goals Schär has developed a reputation for spectacular strikes from distance, including a memorable long-range effort against Burnley in February 2019 that won the Premier League Goal of the Month award.

4. Major international tournament experience Schär represented Switzerland at three FIFA World Cups in 2014, 2018 and 2022, as well as three European Championships, before announcing his international retirement in 2024.

5. Ended Newcastle's long trophy drought Schär was part of the Newcastle United side that defeated Liverpool 2–1 in the 2025 EFL Cup Final, securing the club's first major domestic trophy in 70 years.