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Jonathan Schmid (born 22 June 1990) is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder or right back for Luxembourgish club Progrès Niederkorn.[2][3][4]

Key Information

Early and personal life

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Schmid was born in 1990 in Strasbourg to an Austrian father[5] who comes from Gresten in the District of Scheibbs in Lower Austria,[6] and an Alsatian mother[5] He is of Algerian descent through his maternal grandfather.[7] He grew up in the troubled neighbourhood of Neuhof.[8] His brother Anthony Schmid is also a professional footballer in Austria.[9]

Career

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Early career

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In 1994, he started in the youth academy of Racing Strasbourg. In 2006, he left the club and played for Sporting Schiltigheim and Mars Bischheim. Strasbourg is situated on the border with Germany; on the recommendation of a friend, he went into the youth of the German amateur side Offenburger FV.[10] In a game in the A-youth-Bundesliga against SC Freiburg, he was the coach of the Freiburg side, Christian Streich, on and convinced him with his performance.[10] Finally to the 2008–09 season, he joined the youth academy of SC Freiburg and won in his first season, the DFB-Pokal in the A-youth.[10]

1899 Hoffenheim

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In June 2015, Schmid signed a four-year contract with 1899 Hoffenheim, as part of a deal that saw Vincenzo Grifo join SC Freiburg.[11]

Augsburg

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In August 2016 Schmid joined FC Augsburg on a four-year-contract.[12]

Return to Freiburg

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On 31 May 2019, FC Augsburg announced, that Schmid would return to SC Freiburg for the upcoming season.[13]

Later career

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On 4 September 2023, Schmid joined his brother Anthony at Austria Lustenau on a one-season contract, with an option for a second year.[14]

In January 2024 he signed for Luxembourgish club Progrès Niederkorn.[15]

Career statistics

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As of match played 1 July 2022[16]
Appearances by club, season and competition
Club Season League DFB-Pokal Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
SC Freiburg II 2009–10 Regionalliga Süd 18 0 18 0
2010–11 31 8 31 8
2011–12 12 4 12 4
Total 61 12 0 0 61 12
SC Freiburg 2010–11 Bundesliga 1 0 0 0 1 0
2011–12 22 1 0 0 22 1
2012–13 33 11 5 1 38 12
2013–14 29 4 2 0 2[a] 0 33 4
2014–15 33 4 4 1 37 5
Total 118 20 11 2 2 0 131 22
1899 Hoffeheim 2015–16 Bundesliga 23 4 1 0 24 4
FC Augsburg 2016–17 Bundesliga 25 1 1 0 26 1
2017–18 25 0 1 0 26 0
2018–19 28 3 1 0 29 3
Total 78 4 3 0 0 0 81 4
SC Freiburg 2019–20 Bundesliga 33 5 2 0 35 5
2020–21 31 2 2 1 33 3
2021–22 13 0 3 1 16 1
Total 77 7 7 2 0 0 84 9
SC Freiburg II 2021–22 3. Liga 1 0 1 0
Career total 358 47 22 4 2 0 382 51
  1. ^ Appearances in the UEFA Europa League

References

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Jonathan Schmid (born 22 June 1990) is a French professional footballer who plays as a right , right winger, or right back for club . Born in , , he is right-footed and stands at 1.79 meters tall, having developed through the youth academies of RC Strasbourg and before breaking into senior football. Schmid began his professional career with SC Freiburg's reserve team in the German Regionalliga Süd during the 2009–10 season, making 18 appearances and scoring 3 goals, before progressing to the first team in the for the 2010–11 campaign. Over the next five years with Freiburg, he established himself as a versatile right-sided player in the , making 120 appearances and scoring 10 goals before the team's relegation in 2014–15. In 2015, he transferred to for the season, where he played 23 matches and scored 4 goals, helping the club finish 11th. From 2016 to 2019, Schmid featured for in the across three seasons, accumulating 78 league appearances, 4 goals, and 10 assists, including 25 matches in the 2017–18 campaign as the team qualified for the . He returned to on a free transfer in July 2019, spending four seasons there until 2023 and adding 80 appearances, 7 goals, and 4 assists, including 5 goals in 2019–20 while contributing to consistent mid-table finishes. After a brief stint with Austrian side from September to December 2023 (9 appearances), Schmid joined on a free transfer in January 2024, where he has since made 32 appearances in the , scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists as of November 2025. Throughout his career, Schmid has amassed over 350 appearances, 40 goals, and 36 assists in domestic leagues, primarily in the , without earning senior international caps for despite his eligibility. Known for his pace, crossing ability, and defensive work rate on the right flank, he has not won major honors but has been a reliable squad player in Germany's top flight for over a decade.

Early life

Family background

Jonathan Schmid was born on 22 June 1990 in , , to an Austrian father originating from Scheibbs in and an Alsatian mother from the region. This mixed heritage endowed him with dual French-Austrian nationality, fostering a that has influenced his personal and professional choices, including considerations for representing internationally. He was raised in the Neuhof neighborhood of , a working-class area known for its community ties and local sports culture, where football was a prominent part of everyday life. Growing up in this environment, Schmid experienced a multilingual household, with French as the primary language alongside occasional Alsatian dialects and German-Austrian influences from his father's side, which strengthened his connection to both cultures. Family visits to Scheibbs further reinforced his Austrian roots, despite the geographical distance limiting deeper immersion. Schmid's younger brother, Anthony Schmid, born in 1999, followed a similar path into professional football, currently playing as a forward in , highlighting a familial inclination toward the . While specific details on parental involvement in his early interests are limited, the supportive family dynamic in provided a foundation for his development amid the region's strong football tradition.

Youth development

Jonathan Schmid began his youth football career at the age of four, joining the academy of Racing Strasbourg in 1994, where he developed his initial skills in his hometown region. He remained with the club until 2006, honing his abilities as a versatile winger and right back before moving to nearby clubs Sporting Schiltigheim for the 2006–2007 season and CS Mars 1905 Bischheim in late 2007. Seeking greater competitive opportunities, Schmid transferred to Offenburger FV in in January 2008, marking his entry into the German youth system. Later that year, in the summer of 2008, he joined the renowned youth academy, where he progressed rapidly through the ranks. During the 2008–2009 season, Schmid played a key role in 's U19 team, contributing to their victory in the der Junioren, Germany's premier youth cup competition. This triumph highlighted his growing technical proficiency and tactical awareness on the right flank. In the 2009–2010 season, Schmid transitioned to in the Regionalliga Süd, making his debut on August 15, 2009, against Karlsruher SC II. He featured in 18 matches that year, primarily as a , establishing himself as a promising prospect with strong crossing and defensive contributions, scoring 3 goals in that campaign.

Club career

SC Freiburg (first spell)

Schmid made his professional debut for the first team in the on 22 January 2011, substituting into a 1–1 home draw against in the 67th minute. Over his initial tenure from 2010 to 2015, Schmid established himself as a key player, accumulating 118 appearances and 20 goals in the for the senior team. He also contributed to the reserve side, Freiburg II, with 62 appearances and 14 goals during overlapping periods in the and . His breakthrough came in the 2012–13 season, where he scored a career-high 11 goals and provided 4 assists in 33 matches, playing a pivotal role in Freiburg's surprising fifth-place finish and qualification for the . Schmid's pace and crossing ability shone as a right winger during this period, earning him recognition as one of the league's top performers that year. As his career progressed at Freiburg, Schmid transitioned from a primary right-wing role to a more defensive right back position, offering tactical flexibility in both attack and defense. This evolution was evident in the 2014–15 season amid a relegation fight, where his 8 assists in 33 appearances provided crucial support in wide areas, though the team ultimately dropped to the . Schmid departed Freiburg in summer 2015 upon the expiry of his contract, seeking greater opportunities by signing a free transfer to .

TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

In the summer of 2015, following SC Freiburg's relegation to the , Jonathan Schmid transferred to on a free transfer as part of an exchange deal that sent to Freiburg. The 25-year-old French midfielder signed a four-year contract until June 2019, bringing his experience from 118 appearances with Freiburg to bolster Hoffenheim's attacking options. During the 2015–16 season, Schmid featured in 23 Bundesliga matches for Hoffenheim, scoring 4 goals and providing 1 assist while accumulating 1,452 minutes on the pitch. His goals came against 1. FSV Mainz 05 on 18 September 2015, FC Augsburg on 26 September 2015, VfL Wolfsburg on 17 October 2015, and Hannover 96 on 12 December 2015. Schmid's prior tenure at Freiburg facilitated a smooth adaptation to top-flight competition, allowing him to contribute effectively as a versatile right midfielder or winger. However, Schmid struggled to secure a regular starting role due to intense competition in 's squad and occasional fitness issues, managing only 16 starts and often appearing as a substitute or rotational option. This limited involvement highlighted his transition to a more bench-oriented position within a competitive team environment. On 26 August 2016, just before the start of the 2016–17 campaign, Schmid left for in a €5.2 million transfer, signing a four-year deal to pursue greater playing time.

FC Augsburg

In the summer of 2016, Jonathan Schmid transferred to from , signing a four-year contract until 2020 with the transfer fee undisclosed. His Bundesliga experience at Hoffenheim made him an attractive option for Augsburg seeking to bolster their squad depth. Over his three seasons with from 2016 to 2019, Schmid featured in 78 appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 10 assists. He demonstrated positional versatility, primarily operating as a right back while occasionally shifting to midfield, which helped maintain defensive solidity and supported attacking transitions. In the 2017–18 season, he made 26 appearances across all competitions with 0 goals and 0 assists, contributing to Augsburg's sixth-place finish and qualification for the . Schmid's reliability was instrumental in Augsburg's mid-table stability, as the team finished 8th in 2016–17, 6th in 2017–18, and 10th in 2018–19, avoiding relegation battles during his tenure. Key moments included his goals in competitive matches, such as strikes against regional rivals that energized home crowds at the WWK Arena. With one year remaining on his contract, Schmid departed as a in June 2019 to rejoin .

SC Freiburg (return)

In the summer of 2019, Jonathan Schmid returned to on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with . He signed a two-year deal, which was later extended until the end of the 2022–23 season. His familiarity with the club from his earlier stint facilitated a seamless reintegration into the squad under manager . During his second spell, Schmid established himself as a reliable right-back and occasional right midfielder, making 80 appearances in the Bundesliga and scoring 7 goals with 4 assists. A standout season came in 2020–21, where he featured in 31 league matches, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists as Freiburg achieved a club-record sixth-place finish, securing qualification for the UEFA Europa League. In the following 2021–22 campaign, despite limited starts due to competition and minor injuries, he provided 1 assist in 13 appearances while helping maintain the team's upper-mid-table position. As a presence at age 29 upon his return, Schmid took on leadership responsibilities, serving as one of the vice-captains alongside and in the 2021–22 season, and later with in 2022–23. He occasionally captained the side in Christian Günter's absence and played a key role in mentoring younger players, drawing on his extensive experience to support the development of talents like . Defensively solid, Schmid contributed to Freiburg's improved backline stability, which underpinned their consistent performances in the top half of the table. To aid injury recoveries, Schmid made brief cameos with in the , appearing twice and scoring 2 goals between 2021 and 2023. Schmid departed Freiburg at the end of the 2022–23 season at age 32, as his contract expired without renewal, prompting him to seek a new challenge abroad. In his farewell, the club honored his contributions to their sustained competitiveness in the .

Later career

After leaving in June 2023, Schmid signed a one-year contract with Austrian club on 4 September 2023, reuniting with his brother Anthony. During his brief stint, he made 11 appearances across league and competitions without scoring, totaling 397 minutes played before the contract was terminated early in January 2024. On 12 January 2024, Schmid transferred to side , where he has since served as a key right and right back, leveraging his versatility from higher divisions. As of November 2025, he remains with the club on an ongoing contract, contributing regularly at age 35 to secure consistent playing time after limited opportunities in his later years. In his time at Progrès, Schmid has recorded approximately 55 appearances and 7 goals across all competitions as of November 2025, including 3 goals in 20 league matches through the 2024/25 season and notable contributions in cup and Conference League qualifiers, such as a goal in the Luxembourg Cup during the 2024/25 campaign. In the ongoing 2025/26 season, he has added 12 league appearances and 2 cup appearances with 0 goals. His experience has aided adaptation to the lower-tier leagues, where he has taken on more leadership responsibilities in . As of June 2025, his stands at €50,000 according to .

Career statistics and honors

Club statistics

Jonathan Schmid's club career statistics encompass appearances, goals, and assists across all competitions for his senior teams. The following table provides a breakdown by club, with totals aggregated from reliable sources as of November 19, 2025 (2025–26 season ongoing). Assists are included where tracked; early career data (pre-2014) may have limited or estimated assist records.
ClubSeasonsAppearancesGoalsAssists
(first spell)2010–20151402418
2015–20162532
2016–201995915
(return)2019–2023115813
2023900
2024–20254355
Career Total2010–20254274953
Competition-specific highlights include 301 appearances and 35 goals in the as of the end of the 2022–23 season, 28 appearances and 2 goals in the , 22 appearances and 4 goals in the , 9 appearances in the Austrian Bundesliga, and 43 appearances with 5 goals in the (including 3 goals in the 2024–25 league season). Additional minor competitions (e.g., Europa League qualifiers, Luxembourg Cup) account for the remaining appearances.

Youth Honors

During his time in SC Freiburg's youth academy, Jonathan Schmid contributed to the U19 team's success in the 2008–09 season, winning the German Under-19 Cup (). He also helped secure the German Under-19 Bundesliga South/South-West championship that year.

Senior Club Honors

Schmid reached the final of the with in the 2021–22 season, though the team finished as runners-up after a 4–2 defeat to . Later, with , he won the Luxembourg Cup in the 2023–24 season, defeating Swift Hesperange 3–1 on penalties in the final on 9 May 2024.

Individual Recognitions

Schmid holds the record for the most appearances by a French player, reaching 301 matches across his stints with , , and by the end of the 2022–23 season. This milestone surpassed Franck Ribéry's previous mark of 300 appearances.

References

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