Fabian Rieder
FCA
Center Midfielder
Creative Playmaker
Feb 16, 2002 (24)
Left
5'11"
163 lb
Converts penalty in loss
Rieder scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing seven times inaccurately and creating four chances during Saturday's 4-3 loss to Elversberg.
Analysis: Rieder opened the scoring from the penalty spot in first half stoppage time while finishing with the second most shots, chances created and crosses on the team. The goal was the first since September 6th for the midfielder as he's combined for two goal involvements, four shots, eight crosses and six chances created over his last three starts.
Adds another assist
Rieder assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Bayer Leverkusen.
Analysis: Rieder delivered the corner that Michael Gregoritsch headed home in the 55th minute to give Augsburg a 2-1 advantage. The midfielder's set-piece responsibilities continue to provide him with a route to attacking production, and Saturday's contribution extended his productive start to the campaign. Rieder has one goal and two assists through three Bundesliga appearances this season.
Posts three shots Tuesday
Rieder had three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 0-0 (4-3) penalty shootout victory against Colombia.
Analysis: Rieder found some opportunities to show his offensive skills, generating team-high figures in shots and crosses during the World Cup round of 16 clash. The attacker moved between the wings and central zones, and he took corner kicks while Ruben Vargas was not on the field. While he's not guaranteed regular minutes of play, Rieder may be a decent option in the No. 10 spot if Johan Manzambi (knee) fails to recover from his issue in the coming days.
Plays in friendly Saturday
Rieder (ankle) came off the bench in Saturday's 1-1 friendly draw against Australia.
Analysis: Rieder didn't play in the previous friendly against Jordan due to an ankle problem, but he was able to suit up here and played nearly the entire second half. Rieder should be fit and ready to roll for the World Cup opener against Qatar on Saturday, June 13. He figures to be a starter in the Swiss midfield.
Missing from friendly
Rieder was absent from Saturday's friendly due to an injured ankle in training, according to the Swiss FA.
Analysis: Rieder is set for some time on the sidelines ahead of the World Cup, as the midfielder was not used in a friendly after injuring his ankle during pre-tournament training. However, the midfielder is not likely to miss the opener and be a worry heading into the tournament, minor enough of an injury to manager. This is still something to monitor over the next week, as he is likely to start in the Swiss midfield.
Swiss playmaker ready for World Cup
Rieder has been named in Switzerland's World Cup squad and is expected to start in an attacking midfield role under coach Murat Yakin, arriving at the tournament in strong form after a productive season with Augsburg in the Bundesliga.
Analysis: Rieder contributed six goals and three assists alongside 44 key passes across 32 Bundesliga appearances this season, delivering one of the most impressive campaigns of his career and establishing himself as one of the more dynamic attacking midfielders in the German top flight. His ability to arrive late into the box, combine quickly in tight spaces and deliver in the final third makes him a genuine goal threat from the second line, and his output this season gives him the confidence and momentum to perform at the highest level this summer. Rieder is set to occupy a key creative role in coach Murat Yakin's setup, operating between the lines and providing the link between midfield and attack. His combination of technical quality, direct running and eye for goal makes him one of the more exciting options in the Swiss squad, and his ability to influence matches from an advanced position gives Switzerland an unpredictable edge going forward. A strong World Cup on one of the biggest stages in football could represent a significant step forward in the career of one of Switzerland's most promising attacking talents.
Creates four chances in victory
Rieder recorded seven crosses (one accurate), four scoring chances created and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 win over Monchengladbach.
Analysis: Rieder contributed to his side's attacks through playmaking actions, including a few set pieces, even though he didn't get directly involved in a goal this time. The midfielder tied his second- and third-highest figures in chances created and crosses, respectively, across his 31 Bundesliga outings in 2025/26. While he's one of the squad's top scorers with six goals, he also holds some passing and tackling value in a central position.
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