Breel Embolo
Switzerland · #7 · Centre-forward
Switzerland · #7 · Centre-forwardBreel Embolo is a powerful, versatile forward who plays for Stade Rennais in Ligue 1. Born in Cameroon, he moved to Switzerland as a child and came through the Basel academy, choosing to represent Switzerland at international level. He is one of the most physically imposing strikers in European football and a central figure for the Swiss national team.
Born in Yaoundé, Cameroon; moved to France at age 5, then Switzerland at age 6
Born in Cameroon; eligible for both Cameroon and Switzerland; chose Switzerland.
Breel Embolo — 2026 World Cup profile
- NationSwitzerland · Group B
- PositionCentre-forward
- Shirt number#7
- Age29 (born February 14, 1997)
- ClubStade Rennais
- Club leagueLigue 1 · France
- NationalitySwitzerland
- BirthplaceYaoundé, Cameroon
- Born abroadYes — represents Switzerland
- International caps88 (pre-tournament)
- Height188 cm
Squad/player metadata only — no scores, results or per-tournament stats. International caps are a pre-tournament career total.