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Joshua Kimmich

Joshua Kimmich is a German professional footballer who plays for FC Bayern Munich and the Germany national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Joshua Kimmich is a German professional footballer who plays for FC Bayern Munich and the Germany national team. He is known for his versatility, regularly playing as a defensive midfielder or right-back, and has been a key player for both club and country.

Early life and youth career

Joshua Kimmich was born in Rottweil, Baden-Württemberg, and developed as a footballer in Germany before moving into senior professional football. Sources note his early development in the Stuttgart system and his later progression at RB Leipzig.

Club career

Kimmich joined Bayern Munich in July 2015 and became an important first-team player. He has been used in both midfield and defence and has won multiple domestic and international honours with the club.

International career

Kimmich has represented Germany at senior level since 2016. Sources describe him as a regular national-team player and note his role in major tournaments, including UEFA Euro 2024.

Playing style

Kimmich is widely noted for versatility, tactical intelligence, aggressiveness, and passing range. He is commonly deployed as either a defensive midfielder or right-back, depending on team needs.

Key facts

  • Kimmich was born in Rottweil, Germany, on 8 February 1995.
  • He joined FC Bayern Munich in July 2015 after playing for RB Leipzig.
  • He has played primarily as a defensive midfielder and right-back.
  • He has been a member of the Germany national team since 2016.
  • He has won major honours with Bayern, including league titles and the UEFA Champions League.
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Canadian context

Kimmich is relevant to Canadian readers mainly through international football coverage, UEFA competitions, and Bayern Munich's global fanbase. He has played in major tournaments watched in Canada, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship.[15][18]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Joshua Kimmich?
Joshua Kimmich is a German professional footballer who plays for Bayern Munich and the Germany national team.
What position does Joshua Kimmich play?
He plays mainly as a defensive midfielder or right-back.
When was Joshua Kimmich born?
He was born on 8 February 1995.
Where is Joshua Kimmich from?
He was born in Rottweil, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
When did Joshua Kimmich join Bayern Munich?
He joined Bayern Munich in July 2015.
What is Joshua Kimmich known for?
He is known for versatility, aggressive play, and his ability to contribute in both defence and midfield.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8246938/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, full name, and primary playing position.
  2. FC Bayern Munich — https://fcbayern.com/en/teams/first-team/joshua-kimmich
    Supports: Club affiliation and that he has been at Bayern since July 2015.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/bio/_/id/190161/joshua-kimmich
    Supports: Nationality, club, birth date, listed position, and player profile information.
  4. Bundesliga — https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/news/joshua-kimmich-10-things-bayern-munich-germany-right-back-midfielder-16397
    Supports: Playing role, honours, appearances, assists, and Germany national team summary.
  5. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joshua_Kimmich
    Supports: Birthplace, club history, positions, national-team debut, and captaincy since autumn 2024.