Swiss Footballer Silvan Wallner Retires Due to Religious Beliefs

Wallner ends his professional career to honor his commitment to observing the biblical Sabbath.

Silvan Wallner, a Swiss U21 national player, has retired from professional football for religious reasons.
Wallner's decision stems from his desire to follow Jesus Christ and observe the biblical Sabbath, refraining from playing on Saturdays.
He recently joined Austrian club Blau-Weiß Linz in September, with a contract originally set to run until 2026.
Both Wallner and Blau-Weiß Linz agreed to terminate the contract early, with Wallner expressing gratitude towards the club and his supporters.
The club's sports director acknowledged the unusual nature of Wallner's decision and the challenges it posed for the team's future plans.