David Alaba is a Austria defender who plays for Real Madrid, born in 1992, Vienna, Austria. At 33 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Austria, drawn into Group J. Real Madrid defender, Austria’s captain, multiple Champions League winner.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: David Alaba
- Born: 1992, Vienna, Austria
- Position: Defender
- Club: Real Madrid
- Country: Austria (Group J)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $50-70 million USD
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Bio and early career
David Alaba was born in 1992, Vienna, Austria. Austria’s captain and one of the most decorated defenders of his generation. Finally at a World Cup.
Throughout his career, David Alaba has built a reputation as a reliable, modern defender for both club and country.
Club career
David Alaba currently plays for Real Madrid, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- Champions League winner with Bayern and Real Madrid
- Multiple Bundesliga and La Liga titles
- Austria’s captain
Austria and World Cup 2026 outlook
First World Cup at 33. For the 2026 tournament, David Alaba will line up for Austria in Group J alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group J preview page.
Squad-wise, David Alaba’s role is central to Austria’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Austria team page.
Awards and honours
Multiple UEFA Champions League titles (Bayern Munich and Real Madrid), Bundesliga, La Liga, Austrian Sportsperson of the Year (multiple).
Estimated net worth (2026)
David Alaba’s net worth is estimated $50-70 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of David Alaba’s wealth comes from his Real Madrid salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
David Alaba is in a relationship with Shalimar Heppner. Together they have 1 child. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, David Alaba generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is David Alaba at the World Cup 2026?
David Alaba is 33 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1992, Vienna, Austria.
What is David Alaba’s estimated net worth?
David Alaba’s net worth is estimated $50-70 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does David Alaba play for?
David Alaba currently plays his club football for Real Madrid in the Spanish La Liga.
Who is David Alaba’s wife or partner?
David Alaba is in a relationship with Shalimar Heppner, and the couple have 1 child together.
Has David Alaba won the World Cup?
First World Cup at 33. David Alaba has yet to win the World Cup with Austria.
What’s next?
- Austria team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group J preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.