51 Borussia Mönchengladbach Best Players of All Time

Borussia Mönchengladbach is a professional football club based in Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Founded in 1900, the team plays in the highest level of German football, the Bundesliga, and is one of the most successful clubs in German history.

Borussia Mönchengladbach has won five league titles and three DFB-Pokal cups, as well as several international trophies.

The team is known for its attacking style of play, having produced several world-class players, including current head coach Marco Rose and former Bayern Munich star Jupp Heynckes.

With a passionate fan base, the team is one of the most popular in Germany and is often seen as the underdog of the Bundesliga.

1. Joe Scally

Borussia Mönchengladbach

Career

• 2015–2018: New York City FC
• 2018–2020: New York City FC
• 2021: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2021: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2017: United States U15
• 2017–2019: United States U17
• 2022: United States
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of November 11, 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of September 27, 2022

Joe Scally is a right-back who has played for Borussia Mönchengladbach since 2016. He was born in New York and started playing football at the age of six.

Joe Scally made his first team debut in 2016, and has since established himself as an important part of the squad. He is known for his stamina and ability to cover a lot of ground defensively, which makes him very effective in defence against attackers.

Joe Scally is also capable of providing some attacking impetus from the backline, which gives Gladbach another option on offence when needed. With several years of experience under his belt.

Joe Scally looks set to continue making a significant impact at Borussia Mönchengladbach for many years to come Joe Scally made his professional debut with New York City FC in 2018.

Joe has played for both Borussia Mönchengladbach II and Borussia Mönchengladbach, making over 45 appearances between the two clubs. Joe is a United States international and was part of the team that won the 2017 U15 World Cup. 

Joe signed permanently with NYCFC in August 2020 and will continue to play for them until at least 2022.

Also Played For: new york city fc, youth soccer

2. Marco Reus

Forward

Career

• 1994–1996: Post SV Dortmund
• 1996–2006: Borussia Dortmund
• 2006–2007: Rot Weiss Ahlen II
• 2007–2009: Rot Weiss Ahlen
• 2009–2012: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2012: Borussia Dortmund
• 2009: Germany U21
• 2011: Germany

Marco Reus is a German attacking midfielder who has played for Borussia Dortmund since 2006. 

He started his career at Post SV Dortmund and then moved to Borussia Dortmund in 1996, where he has made over 230 appearances and won three Bundesliga titles, as well as the DFB-Pokal twice.

Marco Reus was nominated for the 2009–10 season's Bundesliga player of the year award but lost out to Franck Ribéry. In September 2014, Marco Reus announced that he would be leaving Borussia Dortmund at the end of that season after nine years with the club.

After being linked with a move to Barcelona, Manchester United and Chelsea, Reus signed for Bayern Munich on 1 July 2017. On 30 May 2019, it was announced that he had rejoined BVB on a two-year contract Senior competitive information shown.

Also Played For: borussia dortmund, germany

3. Julian Weigl

Midfielder

Career

• 2001–2006: SV Ostermünchen
• 2006–2010: 1860 Rosenheim
• 2010–2013: 1860 Munich
• 2013–2014: 1860 Munich II
• 2014–2015: 1860 Munich
• 2015–2020: Borussia Dortmund
• 2020: Benfica
• 2022: Borussia Mönchengladbach (loan)
• 2013–2014: Germany U19
• 2014–2015: Germany U20
• 2015–2016: Germany U21
• 2016: Germany
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:49, 11 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Julian Weigl is a German defensive midfielder who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach on loan from Benfica. He started his career at SV Ostermünchen before moving to Bundesliga side Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2015.

In total, Weigl has made 138 appearances for Gladbach, scoring six goals and providing ten assists. On international duty, he has represented Germany at under-17, under-19, and senior levels. 

With experience playing both as a holding midfielder and as a centre back, Julian Weigl is considered one of the most versatile players in Europe today.

As well as continuing to play for Gladbach on loan from Benfica next season, he could also be eyed up by several other top European clubs should they make an offer during the January transfer window Julian Weigl is a professional footballer who plays for Borussia Dortmund and the Germany national team. 

He is a versatile midfielder who can play in defence or midfield, and has often been used as a deep-lying playmaker on his club's behalf.

Weigl started his career at hometown side Rosenheim before signing with Bayern Munich in 2010. After two seasons spent mostly out on loan at 1860 Munich, he rejoined. 

Bayern permanently during the 2013 season and went onto make 116 appearances for the Bavarians over four years, winning three Bundesliga titles (2013-2015) and helping them to reach the Champions League semi-finals in 2015–16. 

In January 2020, he transferred to Borussia Dortmund where he has continued to be an important part of their squad; thus far this season he has made 77 appearances across all competitions (47 in the Bundesliga).

At international level, Weigl made his debut for Germany back in 2013 under coach Joachim Löw and since then has gone on to earn 6 caps – including playing in Euro 2016 – while scoring one goal.

4. Thorgan Hazard

Midfielder

Career

• 1998–2003: Royal Stade Brainois
• 2003–2007: A.F.C. Tubize
• 2007–2011: Lens
• 2011–2012: Lens
• 2012–2015: Chelsea
• 2012–2014: Zulte Waregem (loan)
• 2014–2015: Borussia Mönchengladbach (loan)
• 2015–2019: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2019: Borussia Dortmund
• 2008: Belgium U15
• 2008–2009: Belgium U16
• 2008–2010: Belgium U17
• 2010: Belgium U18
• 2010–2012: Belgium U19
• 2012–2014: Belgium U21
• 2013: Belgium

Hazard is a Belgian international footballer who plays for Borussia Dortmund. Hazard was born in La Louvière, Belgium in 1993 and started his career with Royal Stade Brainois before joining A.F.C Tubize in 2007.

Chelsea signed Hazard from Lens in 2012 and he made 14 appearances for the club before moving to Borussia Dortmund in January 2021. 

Hazard has been capped 10 times by Belgium and is often deployed as an attacking midfielder or winger on the left side of midfield.

He has been praised for his ball control, dribbling ability, passing range, creativity and goalscoring potential both at club level and internationally.

Thorgan Hazard is a midfielder for Borussia Mönchengladbach and Belgium. He has loan spells at Zulte Waregem in 2012-2014 and Borussia Mönchengladbach from 2014-2015.

In 2015, he joined Borussia Dortmund on a permanent basis before his international retirement in 2019. 

At the international level, Thorgan Hazard has represented Belgium since 2008 including World Cup appearances in 2018 and Russia this year as part of their team.

Also Played For: rc lens, psv

5. Breel Embolo

Career

• 2006–2008: Nordstern
• 2008–2010: Old Boys
• 2010–2014: Basel
• 2014–2016: Basel
• 2016–2019: Schalke 04
• 2019–2022: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2022: Monaco
• 2012–2013: Switzerland U16
• 2014–2017: Switzerland U20
• 2014–2015: Switzerland U21
• 2015: Switzerland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 6 December 2022

Breel Embolo is a forward who has played for Monaco since 2018. He was born in Cameroon and started his career with Nordstern in 2006. In 2008, he moved to Germany to play for Borussia Mönchengladbach.

He made his senior international debut for Cameroon in 2017 and has since represented them at the FIFA World Cup (in Russia) and the Africa Cup of Nations (in Egypt). As well as playing football, Embolo also enjoys basketball and track & field athletics.

Breel Embolo is a talented and fast footballer who has played for Basel, Schalke 04 and Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. 

The Switzerland international started his senior career with Basel before moving to Germany to play for Schalke 04 and then Gladbach.

Embolo has been capped by Switzerland at youth levels but he made his debut for the full national side in February 2018 against Scotland. 

He proved himself as one of Europe's most promising young strikers during the 2017–2018 season, scoring 22 goals in 38 appearances for Gladbach, helping them finish fourth in the Bundesliga table.

Ahead of the 2019–2022 season, it was announced that Breel Embolo had joined Monaco on a long-term deal; becoming their first ever signing from abroad.

Also Played For: fc schalke 04, switzerland football team

6. Marcus Thuram

Forward

Career

• 2007–2010: Olympique de Neuilly
• 2010–2012: Boulogne-Billancourt
• 2012–2014: Sochaux
• 2014–2017: Sochaux II
• 2015–2017: Sochaux
• 2017–2019: Guingamp
• 2019: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2014: France U17
• 2014–2015: France U18
• 2015–2016: France U19
• 2016–2017: France U20
• 2019: France U21
• 2020: France

Marcus Thuram is a French-born Italian footballer who plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. He began his career at Olympique de Neuilly, before moving to Boulogne-Billancourt and then Sochaux in 2010.

In 2014, he joined Guingamp on a two-year deal and made 64 appearances in all competitions over the course of that time. 

Thuram has represented France at the under-21 level and won the 2013 Under 21 European Championship Golden Boot award with five goals in six matches played during the tournament; he also helped Les Bleus win silver medals at the 2016 Olympic Games.

On 16 January 2019, it was announced that Thuram had signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with Serie A side Hellas Verona.

Thuram is a French international footballer who currently plays for Bundesliga side Borussia Mönchengladbach. He has represented his country at the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Under-19 Championship, winning the latter in 2016. 

Thuram began his career with amateur club US Boulogne before signing for Ligue 1 side Lyon in 2006. He made over 200 appearances for Lyon, helping them to three successive league titles between 2009 and 2011. 

Thuram moved to Serie A side Fiorentina in 2012 but struggled to hold down a regular starting place and was loaned out to Premier League sides Manchester United and Chelsea during the 2013–14 season respectively.

After failing to establish himself at Fiorentina, Thuram joined Bundesliga outfit Gladbach on a free transfer in July 2014 and helped them win promotion that year as runners-up behind Bayern Munich. In 2017 he signed an extension with Gladbach until 2020.

Which saw him play an important part of their successful campaign that culminated in qualification for the UEFA Champions League group stage that year as well as reaching the DFB Pokal final where they lost 3–1 against Eintracht Frankfurt.

The France international has since continued his good form domestically by scoring five goals from five appearances for France's U21 team this season.

Also Played For: france national football team

7. Ulrich Borowka

Career

• 1967–1970: SG Hemer 08
• 1970–1975: FC Oese 49
• 1975–1979: SSV Kalthof
• 1979–1980: DSC Wanne-Eickel
• 1980–1981: Borussia M'gladbach II
• 1981–1987: Borussia M'gladbach
• 1988–1995: Werder Bremen
• 1996: Tasmania Berlin
• 1997: Hannover 96
• 1997: Widzew Łódź
• 1997–1998: FC Oberneuland
• 1999–2000: Viktoria Rheydt
• 1982–1987: West Germany U21
• 1987–1988: West Germany Olympic
• 1988: West Germany
• 1997–1998: FC Oberneuland
• 2000–2001: Berlin AK 07
• 2001–2002: Türkiyemspor Berlin
• 2003–2004: Berlin AK 07
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ulrich Borowka is a defender who has played for Borussia M'gladbach since 1980. He won the Bundesliga title with his former club in 1987 and made 149 appearances during his time at the club.

Borowka also represented West Germany at international level, making 11 appearances between 1980 and 1981. After leaving BMG, he had spells with DSC Wanne-Eickel and SSV Kalthof before retiring in 1990.

Ulrich Borowka played for Werder Brema from 1988-1995 and Hannover 96 in 1997. He was also a manager at FC Oberneuland, Viktoria Rheydt, and Berlin AK 07 during his career. 

Ulrich Borowka is best known for scoring the winning goal against Argentina in the 1990 World Cup final.

Also Played For: sv werder bremen

8. Yann Sommer

Borussia Mönchengladbach

Career

• 1996–1997: FC Herrliberg
• 1997–2003: Concordia
• 2003–2005: Basel
• 2005–2007: Basel U21
• 2007–2014: Basel
• 2007–2009: Vaduz (loan)
• 2009–2010: Grasshoppers (loan)
• 2014: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2003–2004: Switzerland U16
• 2003–2005: Switzerland U17
• 2005–2007: Switzerland U19
• 2007–2011: Switzerland U21
• 2012: Switzerland

Yann Sommer is a Swiss goalkeeper who has played for Basel and Borussia Monchengladbach. Yann Sommer was born in 1988 and started playing football at the age of six with FC Herrliberg.

In 2005, he joined Basel and went on to make 113 appearances for them over the next four years before joining Borussia Monchengladbach in 2014. 

He has enjoyed considerable success with both clubs, helping Basel win two Swiss Super League titles (2013, 2017) as well as reaching the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in 2013–14 and the Europa League quarter-finals in 2016–17.

Outside of football, Yann Sommer works as a real estate agent. Sommer joined Borussia Mönchengladbach from fellow Swiss side Grasshoppers in the winter of 2014. 

The 28-year-old goalkeeper has made 272 appearances for the Bundesliga club, scoring 10 goals along the way. Sommer was part of Switzerland's victorious U21 team at UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2011 and runner up four years later to Denmark.

He is also a two time Swiss Champion with Grasshoppers and has represented his nation on over 50 occasions across all age groups, including three World Cup qualifiers (2010, 2014, 2018).

Also Played For: bundesliga

9. Jonas Hofmann

Borussia Mönchengladbach

Career

• 1998–2004: FC Rot
• 2004–2011: 1899 Hoffenheim
• 2011: 1899 Hoffenheim II
• 2011–2014: Borussia Dortmund II
• 2012–2016: Borussia Dortmund
• 2014–2015: Mainz 05 (loan)
• 2016: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2009–2010: Germany U18
• 2013–2014: Germany U21
• 2020: Germany
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:37, 11 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20

Hofmann began his career at FC Rot before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2018. Hofmann is a midfielder and has played for Germany at youth level, making one appearance for the senior team.

In 2022, Hofmann will be 30 years old and have been with Borussia Mönchengladbach since 2018. Hofmann is likely to start in midfield for Borussia Mönchengladbach this season as they look to challenge for the Bundesliga title.

Jonas Hofmanns versatility means he can play any of the midfield positions, which makes him an important member of the squad Jonas Hofmann is a German international footballer who plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. 

He has played in the Bundesliga, English Premier League and Spanish La Liga.

Hofmann started his career at Hoffenheim before moving to Borussia Dortmund II in 2011. After two seasons with Dortmund II he moved on to join Mainz 05 on loan for the 2014–15 season. 

In 2016, he joined Gladbach permanently where he has since made 166 appearances and scored 33 goals. Jonas Hofmann was born in 1998 and represented Germany at youth level from 2009 until 2010 before making his senior debut in November 201.

10. Nico Elvedi

Borussia Mönchengladbach

Career

• 2005–2006: FC Greifensee
• 2006–2013: Zürich
• 2013–2015: Zürich II
• 2014–2015: Zürich
• 2015: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2012–2013: Switzerland U17
• 2014: Switzerland U18
• 2013–2016: Switzerland U19
• 2016: Switzerland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:50, 11 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Nico Elvedi is a Swiss professional footballer who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. He has played extensively in the Bundesliga, and represented Switzerland at UEFA Euro 2020.

Born on 30 September 1996 in Zürich, Nico started his career with FC Sion before moving to Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2016. 

A versatile defender, Nico can play centre back or right back, making him an important part of Gladbach's squad as they aim to return to the top tier of German football after being relegated last season.

Having made over 100 appearances for Borussia Mönchengladbach across all competitions since joining them from FC Sion, Nico looks set to be a key player for club and country this season Nico Elvedi is a Swiss professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Borussia Mönchengladbach. 

He has played for several clubs in his homeland, Switzerland and Germany, before signing with Bundesliga side Gladbach in 2013.

In total, he has made 211 appearances and scored 11 goals during his senior career. A regular member of the Switzerland national team since 2012, he has represented them at youth level before making his full international debut in 2016. 

Having spent most of his time playing out wide or up front earlier in his career, Elvedi now typically operates centrally for Gladbach and is often deployed as an attacking midfielder or second striker behind main striker Robert Lewandowski.

He was born on 8 May 1990 in Lugano , Italy to Swiss parents but grew up in Zürich where he started playing football professionally at FC Greifensee aged 16 years old.

Also Played For: european championship

11. Marc-André ter Stegen

FC Barcelona

Career

• 1996–2010: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2009–2011: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2010–2014: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2014: Barcelona
• 2007–2008: Germany U16
• 2008–2009: Germany U17
• 2009–2010: Germany U18
• 2010–2011: Germany U19
• 2012–2015: Germany U21
• 2012: Germany

Ter Stegen is a goalkeeper for Barcelona and has played for Borussia Mönchengladbach since 2009. Ter Stegen was born on April 30, 1992 in Mönchengladbach, Germany.

Ter Stegen is 1.87 m (6 ft 2 in) tall and has played for Borussia Mönchengladbach since 2009. Ter Stegen made his debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2009 and has since played 108 games for the club.

Ter Stegen has been a part of the Barcelona team since the summer of 2018. Ter Stegen is considered to be one of the best goalkeepers in Europe and is expected to be a key player for Barcelona this season.

Ter Stegen is a member of the German national team and has represented his country at youth levels and at international level. Ter Stegen is married and has two children. Ter Stegen is a popular figure in Germany and is known for his humour and relaxed personality.

Also Played For: la liga, football manager 2022

12. Jupp Heynckes

Career

• 1956–1962: Grün-Weiß Holt
• 1962–1964: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1963–1967: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1967–1970: Hannover 96
• 1970–1978: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1966–1967: West Germany U23
• 1967–1976: West Germany
• 1978–1979: Borussia Mönchengladbach (assistant)
• 1979–1987: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1987–1991: Bayern Munich
• 1992–1994: Athletic Bilbao
• 1994–1995: Eintracht Frankfurt
• 1995–1997: Tenerife
• 1997–1998: Real Madrid
• 1999–2000: Benfica
• 2001–2003: Athletic Bilbao
• 2003–2004: Schalke 04
• 2006–2007: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2009: Bayern Munich (caretaker)
• 2009–2011: Bayer Leverkusen
• 2011–2013: Bayern Munich
• 2017–2018: Bayern Munich

Jupp Heynckes is a German former footballer who played as a forward for Borussia Mönchengladbach and Hannover 96. He later served as manager of Bayern Munich, and led the club to three consecutive Bundesliga titles.

Heynckes was born in Mönchengladbach in 1945 and started playing football with local side Grün-Weiß Holt. After making his debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1963, he went on to win two Bundesliga titles and a DFB-Pokal with the club.

Heynckes made his international debut for West Germany in 1966 and went on to earn over 50 caps, scoring one goal. He retired from international football in 1990. 

Heynckes took over as manager of Hannover 96 in 1970 and led the club to the Bundesliga title in his first season.

He then moved to Bayern Munich in 1978 and led the club to three consecutive Bundesliga titles. Heynckes was appointed manager of Bayern Munich in 1987 and led the club to their first Champions League title in 1996. 

He retired from management in 2006. Heynckes was named the FIFA World Coach of the Year in 1998 and the German Footballer of the Year in 1998 and 2007.

He was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2011, but recovered and was later appointed president of the German Football Association (DFB). 

Heynckes was given a standing ovation by Bayern Munich fans after his retirement as manager in 2006. Heynckes was inducted into the German Football Hall of Fame in 2007. He died on 9 May 2018, aged 77.

Also Played For: hannover 96

13. Günter Netzer

Career

• 1952–1963: 1. FC Mönchengladbach
• 1963–1973: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1973–1976: Real Madrid
• 1976–1977: Grasshopper Club Zürich
• 1965–1975: West Germany
• 1977–1985: Hamburger SV (general manager)

Günter Netzer was a versatile attacking midfielder who played for Borussia Mönchengladbach and Real Madrid in the 1970s. Netzer was born in Mönchengladbach in 1944 and started his career with 1.

FC Mönchengladbach in the early 1950s. He joined Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1963 and played for the club until 1973. 

Netzer then moved to Real Madrid and played for the club from 1973 to 1976. He returned to Germany and played for Grasshopper Club Zürich from 1976 to 1977.

Netzer was part of the West German team that won the World Cup in 1974. He retired from playing in 1977 and later served as manager of 1. FC Köln. 

Netzer was elected president of the German Football Association (DFB) in 2011. Netzer died on 14 September 2016 at the age of 78 after a long illness.

Günter Netzer was one of the most decorated football players of all time, winning several awards including three World Cups and two European Championships. 

Günter Netzer was born in what is now the Czech Republic in 1965, and he started his career playing for his local side Karlovy Vary. In 1977, he moved to Hamburger SV, where he spent the next thirteen years as a player, before becoming their general manager in 1985.

Netzer retired from professional football in 1995, but continued to work in management, most notably with German side Werder Bremen. 

In 2003, he was voted the greatest German footballer of all time in a poll conducted by Bild. Netzer passed away in January 2017, at the age of 60.

14. Juan Arango

Midfielder

Career

• 1986–1996: UCV
• 1996–1999: Nueva Cádiz
• 1999: Zulia
• 2000: Caracas
• 2000–2001: Monterrey
• 2002–2003: Pachuca
• 2003–2004: Puebla
• 2004–2009: Mallorca
• 2009–2014: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2014–2016: Tijuana
• 2016: New York Cosmos
• 2017: Zulia
• 2017: New York Cosmos
• 1999–2015: Venezuela
• Club domestic league appearances and goals

Juan Arango was born on 16 May 1980 in Maracay, Venezuela. He started his football career with Universidad Católica de Venezuela in 1996. Arango moved to Nueva Cadiz in 1999 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club.

In 2006, Arango moved abroad to play for German side Borussia M'gladbach. Arango made over 100 appearances for Borussia M'gladbach before moving to Al-Sadd in Qatar in 2017. Arango has represented Venezuela at both Under-17 and Under-20 levels.

Arango made his international debut for Venezuela in 2003. Arango has won six caps for Venezuela and represented his country at the 2007 Copa América. 

Arango retired from international football in 2013. Juan Arango is a Venezuelan footballer who currently plays for the New York Cosmos in the United States Soccer League.

He has also played for Mallorca, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and Tijuana. Arango began his career with Venezuelan club Zulia before moving to Mallorca in 2003. 

He was a regular for the "Mallorcan" side for six seasons, helping them to win the 2003–2004 Spanish Cup. Arango then signed for Borussia Mönchengladbach, where he won the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal in his first season.

He then spent three seasons with Tijuana before moving to the United States to join the Cosmos in 2017. Arango has made 129 appearances for Venezuela, scoring 22 goals. 

Arango's most notable international goal came in a 3–0 win over Bolivia in the 2009 Copa América. Arango is a regular for Venezuela and was part of the team that won the 2015 Copa América.

Also Played For: venezuela national football team, rcd mallorca

15. Rainer Bonhof

Career

• 1963–1970: SuS Emmerich
• 1970–1978: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1978–1980: Valencia
• 1980–1983: 1. FC Köln
• 1983: Hertha BSC
• 1971–1973: West Germany U23
• 1972–1981: West Germany
• 1990–1998: Germany (assistant coach)
• 1998: Germany U21
• 1998–1999: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2000–2001: Al-Kuwait
• 2002–2005: Scotland U21

Bonhof was born in 1952 in Emmerich am Rhein, West Germany. He started his career with SuS Emmerich in 1963 and played for them until 1970. He then played for Valencia for two seasons before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1978.

He played for them for 371 consecutive matches, which is a Bundesliga record. He retired from playing in 1983, but continued to work as a manager for Hertha BSC and 1. FC Köln. He is currently the vice president of Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Bonhof was inducted into the German Football Hall of Fame in 2013. He was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 2016. 

Rainer Bonhof is a retired football player who is now a respected manager and elder statesman in the sport.

Rainer Bonhof was a successful football manager and international player who represented West Germany at the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship. 

Bonhof began his coaching career with Germany's U21 team before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1998.

At Mönchengladbach, Bonhof led the team to the 1999 UEFA Champions League Final. He later took charge of Scotland's U21 team, where he won two titles. 

In 2002, Bonhof was appointed manager of Al-Kuwait, but he resigned after just five months. Bonhof later served as assistant coach to Jürgen Klinsmann at the 2006 World Cup.

He was appointed head coach of Schalke 04 in October 2009, but was fired in June of the following year. Bonhof has since worked as a football analyst for German television. Rainer Bonhof was born on October 5, 1954 in Hamburg, West Germany.

16. Berti Vogts

Career

• 1954–1965: VfR Büttgen
• 1965–1979: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1967–1978: West Germany
• 1979–1990: West Germany U21
• 1986–1990: West Germany (assistant)
• 1990–1998: Germany
• 2000–2001: Bayer Leverkusen
• 2001–2002: Kuwait
• 2002–2004: Scotland
• 2007–2008: Nigeria
• 2008–2014: Azerbaijan
• 2015–2016: United States (technical advisor)

Hans-Hubert Vogts spent his youth playing for VfR Büttgen. Vogts made his debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1965 and spent 19 seasons with the club.

He was part of the team that won the Bundesliga title in 1978. Vogts represented West Germany at international level from 1967 to 1978. He played 96 matches and scored one goal.

Vogts served as assistant manager to West Germany from 1979 to 1990. Vogts was appointed manager of Germany in 1990 and led the team to the semi-finals of the World Cup in 1994. Vogts retired from football in 1998.

Vogts is currently a football commentator for German television. Vogts was made an honorary citizen of Mönchengladbach in 2009. 

Vogts was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 2013. Vogts played for West Germany in the 1970 FIFA World Cup, where they finished as runners-up.

Vogts then managed Germany to UEFA European Championship success in 1992 and 1996. Vogts had a brief spell as Bayer Leverkusen head coach in 2000, but was sacked after just six games. 

Vogts then moved to Kuwait, where he spent two seasons before moving to Scotland in 2002. Vogts joined Nigeria in 2007 and led them to the Africa Cup of Nations title in 2008.

Vogts then took charge of Azerbaijan in 2015 and led them to the semi-finals of the 2016 European Championship. Vogts was appointed United States head coach in 2016 and led them to the CONCACAF Gold Cup final. 

Vogts left his United States post in October 2018 to take up the role of technical advisor with Bayer Leverkusen. Vogts will return to United States in early 2019 to take up his new role with Bayer Leverkusen.

17. Christoph Kramer

Midfielder

Career

• 1995–1999: BV Gräfrath
• 1999–2006: Bayer Leverkusen
• 2006–2008: Fortuna Düsseldorf
• 2008–2010: Bayer Leverkusen
• 2009–2011: Bayer Leverkusen II
• 2011–2016: Bayer Leverkusen
• 2011–2013: VfL Bochum (loan)
• 2012: VfL Bochum II (loan)
• 2013–2015: Borussia Mönchengladbach (loan)
• 2016: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2009–2010: Germany U19
• 2010–2012: Germany U20
• 2014–2016: Germany

Christoph Kramer is a German defensive midfielder who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Christoph Kramer started his career at BV Gräfrath before moving to Bayer Leverkusen in 2006.

Kramer was part of the Bayer Leverkusen team that won the Bundesliga in 2011 and the DFB-Pokal in 2012. Kramer signed for Gladbach in August 2015. 

Christoph Kramer is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder or as a central midfielder.

Christoph Kramer is a regular for Germany and has won over 50 caps. Christoph Kramer is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder or as a central midfielder. 

Christoph Kramer is a regular for Germany and has won over 50 caps. Christoph Kramer is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder or as a central midfielder.

18. Hans-Günter Bruns

Career

• 1971–1973: Schalke 04
• 1973–1976: Schalke 04
• 1976–1978: SG Wattenscheid 09
• 1978–1979: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1979–1980: Fortuna Düsseldorf
• 1980–1990: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1984: West Germany
• 2003–2004: Adler Osterfeld
• 2004–2005: VfB Speldorf
• 2005–2006: SSVg Velbert
• 2006–2008: Rot-Weiß Oberhausen
• 2008–2011: Rot-Weiß Oberhausen (athletic director)
• 2010–2011: Rot-Weiß Oberhausen
• 2011–2012: Wuppertaler SV
• 2013: SSVg Velbert
• 2014–2017: SSVg Velbert
• 2017–2019: BW Oberhausen-Lirich
• 2020: SC 1920 Oberhausen
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Hans-Günter Bruns was born on 15 November 1954 in Mülheim an der Ruhr, West Germany. Bruns started his career at Schalke 04 and played for the club from 1971-1973.

He then moved to SG Wattenscheid 09 and played for them from 1976-1978. He then moved to Borussia Mönchengladbach and played for them from 1979-1980. Bruns retired from playing in 1980 and began coaching at SC 1920 Oberhausen.

He has coached the club since then and they currently play in the Bundesliga. Bruns has also been a part of the German national team and has played in various competitions. 

Hans-Günter Bruns is married and has two children. He is currently the head coach at SC 1920 Oberhausen and has been doing so since 2000.

Hans-Günter Bruns was born on July 24th, 1963 in Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. He played for Borussia Mönchengladbach from 1980 to 1990, and won the Bundesliga title in his final season. 

He started his managerial career with Adler Osterfeld in 2003, before moving on to VfB Speldorf two years later. In 2005, he took charge of SSVg Velbert.

He remained in charge until 2006, when he joined Rot-Weiß Oberhausen as their new sporting director. In 2008, he became the new manager of Rot-Weiß Oberhausen, but he was sacked in 2011 after a disappointing season. 

He then took charge of Wuppertaler SV, but was sacked in 2013 after just one season. He then rejoined SSVg Velbert, where he currently holds the position of sporting director.

Hans-Günter Bruns has also been a regular international player for West Germany, making four appearances between 1984 and 1984. He is currently the sporting director of SSVg Velbert.

19. Florian Neuhaus

Midfielder

Career

• 2016: 1860 Munich
• 2016–2017: 1860 Munich II
• 2016–2017: 1860 Munich
• 2017–: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2017–2018: Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan)
• 2016–2017: Germany U20
• 2017–2019: Germany U21
• 2020: Germany

Florian Neuhaus is a German midfielder who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. He made his senior debut in 2016 and has since played a total of 126 games for the club.

Neuhaus began his youth career with VfL Kaufering before moving to 1860 Munich in 2016. He made his Bundesliga debut for Mönchengladbach in 2017 and has since established himself as a key player for the club.

Neuhaus is known for his attacking play and is a frequent scorer for Mönchengladbach. He is also known for his strong passing and Distribution. Neuhaus is a Germany youth international and has represented his country at various youth levels.

He is currently a regular for the U19 team and is also a member of the U21 team. Florian Neuhaus is contracted to Borussia Mönchengladbach until 2022. He has been linked with a move to various top European clubs, but has so far resisted any offers.

Florian Neuhaus is a versatile midfielder who can play either as a central midfielder or as a winger. He is a hard-working player and is often involved in the build-up play of Mönchengladbach. 

Florian Neuhaus is a highly rated young player and is expected to become a key player for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the future.

He is currently in the midst of a successful season for the club and is likely to be a part of the Germany squad for the 2020 European Championships. 

Florian Neuhaus is a popular player with the fans of Borussia Mönchengladbach and is highly regarded by the club. He is a committed player and is often seen training hard during the off-season.

Florian Neuhaus is a versatile and hard-working midfielder who is currently playing at the top level in Germany. He is a promising player and is likely to become a household name in the near future.

20. Alassane Pléa

Forward

Career

• 2002–2008: Ascq
• 2008–2010: Wasquehal
• 2009–2012: Lyon
• 2010–2014: Lyon B
• 2012–2014: Lyon
• 2014: Auxerre (loan)
• 2014–2018: Nice
• 2018: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2010: France U18
• 2011–2012: France U19
• 2012–2013: France U20
• 2014: France U21
• 2018: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:42, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 October 2019

Alassane Pléa is a French forward who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Pléa made his professional debut with Ascq in 2002 and went on to play for Wasquehal before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2018.

Pléa has been a regular for Borussia Mönchengladbach since joining the club and has scored 14 goals in total. Pléa is a versatile forward who can play on either the left or right wing and is known for his pace and dribbling ability.

Pléa is a France international and was part of the squad that won the 2018 World Cup. Pléa is set to continue his career at Borussia Mönchengladbach until at least 2022. Pléa is a devout Muslim and has expressed his admiration for La Liga side Real Madrid.

Pléa is a popular figure with the Borussia Mönchengladbach fanbase and is often seen in the stands supporting his team. Pléa is married and has two children.

21. Patrick Herrmann

Forward

Career

• 1995–2004: FC Uchtelfangen
• 2004–2008: 1. FC Saarbrücken
• 2008–2009: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2009–2011: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2010: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2006–2007: Germany U16
• 2007–2008: Germany U17
• 2008–2009: Germany U18
• 2010: Germany U19
• 2011: Germany U20
• 2010–2013: Germany U21
• 2015: Germany
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:42, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 09

Patrick Herrmann is a German footballer who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Herrmann started his career at FC Uchtelfangen before joining 1.

FC Saarbrücken in 2004. After making over 100 appearances for Saarbrücken, Herrmann joined Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2018. Herrmann is known for his speed and ability to score goals from distance.

Herrmann is a regular for Germany national team and was part of the squads that won the World Cup in 2014 and the European Championship in 2016. 

Herrmann is married and has two children. Patrick Herrmann is one of the most promising German footballers of his generation and is expected to continue his successful career at Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Patrick Herrmann is a German professional footballer who plays as a striker for Borussia Mönchengladbach. He has played for the national team on a number of occasions, most notably at the 2014 World Cup. 

Patrick Herrmann began his career with Borussia Mönchengladbach II in the German second division. He made his debut for the first team in 2009, and went on to score 338 goals in 47 appearances for the club.

Patrick Herrmann made his international debut for Germany in 2006, and went on to play 10 times for the national team over the following two years. He was a member of the German team that won the 2007 U17 World Cup. 

Patrick Herrmann made his debut for Germany's U21 team in 2010, and went on to make 14 appearances for the side over the following three years. 

He made his debut for the senior team in 2011, and played a key role in the team's qualification for the 2014 World Cup.

Patrick Herrmann played a key role in Germany's victory at the 2015 UEFA European Championships, scoring two goals in the tournament. He has since announced his retirement from international football. 

Patrick Herrmann is a regular member of the Borussia Mönchengladbach first team, and is expected to play an important role in the club's bid for Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal titles in the future. 

Patrick Herrmann is a highly-rated striker, and is considered one of the best in the world.

He is known for his clinical finishing ability, and is a very hard worker on the pitch. Patrick Herrmann is a highly-rated player, and is widely regarded as one of the best strikers in the world. He is a very hard worker on the pitch, and is known for his clinical finishing ability. 

Patrick Herrmann is a highly-rated player, and is widely regarded as one of the best strikers in the world. He is a very hard worker on the pitch, and is known for his clinical finishing ability.

22. Tony Jantschke

Defender

Career

• 1996–2001: Hoyerswerdaer SV Einheit
• 2001–2006: FV Dresden-Nord
• 2006–2008: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2008–2011: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2008: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2007: Germany U17
• 2007–2008: Germany U18
• 2008–2009: Germany U19
• 2009–2010: Germany U20
• 2010–2013: Germany U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 January 2023

Tony Jantschke is a German defender who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Jantschke was born in Hoyerswerda, East Germany in 1990. 

Jantschke started his career at Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt before moving to Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2014.

Jantschke has made 78 appearances for Borussia Mönchengladbach, scoring one goal. Jantschke has represented Germany at youth level, making 16 appearances. 

Jantschke is 1.77 metres tall and is a defender. Jantschke is a key member of Borussia Mönchengladbach's defence and is known for his aggression on the pitch.

Jantschke is expected to be a key part of Borussia Mönchengladbach's defence for the foreseeable future. Jantschke is a hard-working defender who is known for his strong defending and aerial skills.

23. Frank Mill

Career

• 1966–1972: Eintracht Essen
• 1972–1976: Rot-Weiss Essen
• 1976–1981: Rot-Weiss Essen
• 1981–1986: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1986–1994: Borussia Dortmund
• 1994–1996: Fortuna Düsseldorf
• 1980: West Germany U-21
• 1983–1988: West Germany Olympic
• 1982–1990: West Germany

Frank Mill was born on July 23, 1958 in Essen, West Germany. He started his career with Eintracht Essen in 1966 and went on to play for Rot-Weiss Essen, Borussia Mönchengladbach and Borussia Dortmund.

Mill was a prolific striker during his career, scoring 153 goals in 187 appearances. He retired from professional football in 1996. Mill is currently a football pundit and has appeared on Sky Sports and BBC.

Mill has two sons, one of whom is also a footballer. Frank Mill is a UEFA A Licence certified coach. Mill is a ambassador for the charity "Kinderfrauen-Aktion Nordrhein-Westfalen" (Children's Action North Rhine-Westphalia).

Mill is a supporter of FC Köln. Frank Mill was born on July 23, 1958 in Essen, West Germany. He started his career with Eintracht Essen in 1966 and went on to play for Rot-Weiss Essen, Borussia Mönchengladbach and Borussia Dortmund.

Mill was a prolific striker during his career, scoring 153 goals in 187 appearances. Mill retired from professional football in 1996. Mill is currently a football pundit and has appeared on Sky Sports and BBC. Mill has two sons, one of whom is also a footballer.

Mill is a UEFA A Licence certified coach. Mill is a ambassador for the charity "Kinderfrauen-Aktion Nordrhein-Westfalen" (Children's Action North Rhine-Westphalia). Mill is a supporter of FC Köln.

24. Lars Stindl

Forward

Career

• 1991–2000: TSV Wiesental
• 2000–2007: Karlsruher SC
• 2007–2010: Karlsruher SC II
• 2007–2010: Karlsruher SC
• 2010–2015: Hannover 96
• 2015: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2007: Germany U20
• 2009: Germany U21
• 2017–2018: Germany

Lars Stindl is a German footballer who plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Stindl started his career at TSV Wiesental before joining Karlsruher SC in 2000.

He made his Bundesliga debut for Mönchengladbach in 2009 and has since become a key player for the club. Stindl has represented Germany at U21 and U23 level.

He is known for his attacking play and has scored over 50 goals in his career. Stindl is expected to feature for Mönchengladbach in the 2017–18 season. He is married and has two children.

Stindl is a fan of Karlsruher SC and enjoys playing in the stadium's red and black colours. He is nicknamed "Der König" (The King) by the media. Lars Stindl is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Bundesliga club Hannover 96.

He has represented Germany at international level, winning a Confederations Cup title in 2017. Stindl started his career at Karlsruher SC, before moving to Hannover 96 in 2010. He has made over 200 appearances for Hannover and is a regular in their starting line-up.

Stindl has also played for Borussia Mönchengladbach, where he won two Bundesliga titles. He is a versatile player, able to play in any midfield role. 

In 2019, he was named in Germany's provisional squad for the FIFA World Cup. Stindl is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team.

He is a popular figure with the Hannover fans, who appreciate his effort and commitment on the pitch.

25. Michael Frontzeck

Career

• 1971–1979: SpVgg Odenkirchen
• 1979–1982: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1982–1989: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1989–1994: VfB Stuttgart
• 1994–1995: VfL Bochum
• 1995: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1995–1997: Manchester City
• 1997–1999: SC Freiburg
• 1999–2000: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1984–1986: West Germany U21
• 1984–1992: Germany
• 2006–2007: Alemannia Aachen
• 2008–2009: Arminia Bielefeld
• 2009–2011: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2012–2013: FC St. Pauli
• 2015: Hannover 96
• 2018: 1. FC Kaiserslautern
• 2021: VfL Wolfsburg (interim)

Michael Frontzeck began his playing career at SpVgg Odenkirchen in 1971. In 1979, he moved to Borussia Mönchengladbach where he would play 190 games over the next six years.

In 1982, Frontzeck joined VfB Stuttgart. He would spend three seasons with the club before moving to VfL Bochum in 1989. In 1995, Frontzeck rejoined his former Borussia Mönchengladbach manager Hans-Jürgen Klinsmann.

He would remain with the club until 1997. In 1997, Frontzeck moved to Manchester City. He would make 23 appearances for the club before retiring. 

Frontzeck later became a manager, taking charge of SC Freiburg in 1999 and Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2000.

Michael Frontzeck was born in 1964 in Mönchengladbach, West Germany. He started his playing career at SpVgg Odenkirchen and would go on to play for Borussia Mönchengladbach, VfB Stuttgart, and Manchester City. He retired in 1997. 

Michael Frontzeck is currently a manager, taking charge of SC Freiburg in 1999 and Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2000. He is also a television pundit. Michael Frontzeck is 58 years old and 1.84 metres (6 ft 0 in) tall.

26. Herbert Wimmer

Career

• 1966–1978: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1968–1976: West Germany

Herbert Wimmer was born in 1944 in Eupen, Belgium. He started his career with Borussia Brand in 1966 and played for them until 1978. He was a midfielder and scored 51 goals in 366 appearances.

He retired from playing in 1978 and has since been involved in coaching. 

Herbert Wimmer is currently a coach at Borussia Mönchengladbach and he has been in this position since 1998. He has also been a coach at several other clubs, including Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt.

Herbert Wimmer is a UEFA Pro Licence coach and he has worked with the Belgium national team. He has also been a coach at the Belgium U17, U19, and U21 teams. 

He is a Belgian national coach and he was appointed as the head coach of the Belgian national team in November 2016. Herbert Wimmer is a former international football player who represented West Germany from 1968 to 1976.

He was a key member of the team that won the 1974 World Cup, and he also played in the UEFA European Championship in 1972 and 1976. Born in 1944, Wimmer started his career with his local side TSV 1860 München. 

He made his debut for the national side in 1968, and went on to make 36 appearances over the course of four years. After retiring from football, Wimmer worked as a coach at TSV 1860 München and TSV 1860 Rosenheim.

He also served as assistant manager to Dieter Hoeneß at Bayern Munich. 

Wimmer was inducted into the German Football Museum Hall of Fame in 2009, and he has also been honoured with a number of other awards, including the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany. Herbert Wimmer died in 2018 at the age of 70.

27. Ramy Bensebaini

Defender

Career

• 2008–2013: Paradou AC
• 2013–2016: Paradou AC
• 2014–2015: Lierse (loan)
• 2015–2016: Montpellier (loan)
• 2016: Montpellier II (loan)
• 2016–2019: Rennes
• 2016–2017: Rennes II
• 2019: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2015: Algeria U23
• 2017: Algeria

Ramy Bensebaieni is a left-back who joined Borussia Mönchengladbach in the summer of 2017 from Lierse. Bensebaïni made his senior debut for Paradou AC in 2013 and has since played for Lierse and Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Bensebaïni is a versatile defender, capable of playing left-back, centre-back or as a defensive midfielder. The Algeria international has made 22 appearances for Lierse and 25 for Borussia Mönchengladbach in all competitions.

Bensebaïni is a quick, skilful player who is known for his accurate passing and strong defending. The 27-year-old is a regular for Algeria and is hoping to make an impact at international level. 

Ramy Bensebaïni is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at left-back, centre-back or as a defensive midfielder.

Bensebaïni is a quick, skilful player with good passing ability and strong defensive skills. The Algeria international is a regular for his country and is looking to make an impact at club level with Borussia Mönchengladbach.

28. Raffael

Forward

Career

• 2001–2003: Juventus-SP
• 2003–2005: Chiasso
• 2005–2007: FC Zürich
• 2008–2012: Hertha BSC
• 2012–2013: Dynamo Kyiv
• 2013: Schalke 04 (loan)
• 2013–2020: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2021: Pohronie
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:56, 4 January 2022 (UTC)

Raffael is a Brazilian attacking midfielder who has played for club and country. He started his career at Brazilian side Fortaleza, before moving to Spanish side Mönchengladbach in 2013.

Raffael has been capped 47 times by Brazil, scoring seven goals. He is a versatile attacking midfielder who can play on either flank. Raffael is a key member of Brazil's national team, and was part of their squad for the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics.

He is expected to be a key player for Brazil at the 2018 World Cup. Raffael is a hardworking player who is known for his creativity and passing ability. He is a good technical player who is also able to score goals. Raffael is a fast player who is also good in the air.

Raffael is an attacking midfielder who has played for several top clubs around Europe including Juventus, Chiasso, FC Zürich, Hertha BSC, Dynamo Kyiv and Borussia Mönchengladbach. He has scored over 50 goals in his career and is known for his dribbling and passing ability.

Raffael was born in Brazil and moved to Italy as a child. He started his career with local side Chiasso before joining Juventus in 2003. 

He went on to play for FC Zürich, Hertha BSC, Dynamo Kyiv and Borussia Mönchengladbach before joining Pohronie in 2021. Raffael is a regular for Brazil and has played at the 2006, 2010 and 2014 World Cups.

He is also a member of the Brazilian national team and was part of the side that won the 2014 Copa America. Raffael is known for his free-kicks and has scored some of the most memorable goals in the history of the sport. 

He scored a goal against England in the 2010 World Cup which was voted the best goal of the tournament. He also scored a goal in the 2014 World Cup which helped Brazil to the semi-finals.

Raffael is a versatile player who can play as a striker, midfielder or winger. He is currently contracted to Schalke 04 until 2020.

29. Uwe Rahn

Career

• 1970–1975: TSV Schönau
• 1975–1980: Waldhof Mannheim
• 1980–1988: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1988–1990: 1. FC Köln
• 1990–1991: Hertha BSC
• 1991–1992: Fortuna Düsseldorf
• 1992–1993: Eintracht Frankfurt
• 1993–1994: Urawa Reds
• 1982–1984: West Germany U-21
• 1984: West Germany Olympic
• 1984–1987: West Germany
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Uwe Rahn is a football attacking midfielder who has played for TSV Schönau, Waldhof Mannheim and FC Augsburg. He has won two caps for West Germany and played in the 1982 World Cup.

He moved to FC Augsburg in 2001 and helped the club win the Bundesliga in 2005 and 2007. He retired from football in 2009. He has since worked as a television pundit and is currently a coach with TSV 1860 Munich.

He is married and has two children. Uwe Rahn is a member of the German Football Hall of Fame. He is known for his strong attacking play and is a fans favourite. Uwe Rahn is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to create chances for his team.

Uwe Rahn was a professional footballer who played for Borussia Mönchengladbach, 1. FC Köln and Hertha BSC in the 1980s and 1990s. 

He made his Bundesliga debut with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1980 and went on to play for the club 227 times, scoring 81 goals.

He also played for 1. FC Köln, scoring 43 goals in 43 appearances. He represented Germany at the Olympics in 1984 and won a silver medal. He retired from playing in 1995.

30. Wilfried Hannes

Career

• 1975–1986: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1986–1988: Schalke 04
• 1988: Bellinzona
• 1989: FC Aarau
• 1979–1980: West Germany B
• 1981–1982: West Germany
• 1991–1994: Alemannia Aachen
• 1995–1998: Rhenania Würselen
• 1999–2003: Borussia Freialdenhoven
• 2003–2004: GFC Düren
• 2004: Borussia Freialdenhoven
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Wilfried Hannes was born in Düren-Echtz, West Germany on 17 May 1957. Hannes played for Sportfreunde Düren, Düren 99 and Borussia Freialdenhoven over the course of his career.

Hannes has managed Borussia Freialdenhoven since the summer of 2009. Hannes has made more than 350 appearances in the Bundesliga and Eredivisie. 

Hannes has won numerous trophies during his career, including three German Cups and the Dutch Cup.

Hannes is currently the manager of Borussia Freialdenhoven. Hannes is a respected figure in the German football community and is often referred to as the “dean of Dutch football”. Hannes is a devout Christian and has served as a missionary in Africa.

Hannes is a popular figure in the Netherlands and he is often seen in public sporting events. Wilfried Hannes was a midfielder who played for Borussia Mönchengladbach and Schalke 04 in the Bundesliga. He also had a short international career with West Germany.

Hannes was born in 1975 in the town of Mönchengladbach. He started his career at Borussia Mönchengladbach and played there for six seasons. 

Hannes made his international debut in 1979 and played for West Germany until 1982. He then moved to Alemannia Aachen, where he spent two seasons as manager.

Hannes then returned to Borussia Mönchengladbach as a player and retired in 2004. After his retirement, Hannes started working as a manager. 

He was the manager of GFC Düren in the Bundesliga for two seasons. Hannes then moved to Borussia Freialdenhoven, where he was manager for three seasons. He then moved back to Mönchengladbach, where he is currently the sporting director.

31. Christian Hochstätter

Career

• 1982: FC Augsburg
• 1982–1998: Borussia M'gladbach
• 1987: West Germany
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Christian Hochstätter is a retired German footballer who played as a midfielder or defender. He played for clubs including VfL Bochum, Eintracht Frankfurt, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and Bayern Munich.

He was born in Augsburg, West Germany, in 1963. He started his career with VfL Bochum, where he played from 1981 to 1994. 

He helped the club to win the Bundesliga championship in 1985 and 1991. He then moved to Eintracht Frankfurt, where he played from 1994 to 1998.

He helped the club to win the Bundesliga championship in 1997 and 1998. He then moved to Borussia Mönchengladbach, where he played from 1998 to 2002. 

He helped the club to win the Bundesliga championship in 1999 and 2000. He then moved to Bayern Munich, where he played from 2002 to 2006.

He helped the club to win the Bundesliga championship in 2003 and 2006. He retired from professional football in 2006. He now works as a sports director at VfL Bochum.

32. Ewald Lienen

Career

• 1961–1971: VfB Schloß Holte
• 1971–1974: VfB Schloß Holte
• 1974–1977: Arminia Bielefeld
• 1977–1981: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1981–1983: Arminia Bielefeld
• 1983–1987: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1987–1992: MSV Duisburg
• 1989–1993: MSV Duisburg II
• 1993–1994: MSV Duisburg
• 1997–1999: Hansa Rostock
• 1999–2002: 1. FC Köln
• 2002: CD Tenerife
• 2003: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2004–2005: Hannover 96
• 2006–2008: Panionios
• 2009–2010: 1860 Munich
• 2010: Olympiacos
• 2010–2011: Arminia Bielefeld
• 2012–2013: AEK Athens
• 2013–2014: Oțelul Galați
• 2014–2017: FC St. Pauli
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ewald Lienen played for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga for two seasons. He then moved to FC St. Pauli as their technical director. Lienen retired from playing in 1981.

He has worked as a coach at various levels of football. Lienen is a respected figure in the German football scene. He was honoured with the German Football Hall of Fame's award in 2016.

Lienen is a fluent German speaker. He is married and has two children. Ewald Lienen is a passionate football fan. Ewald Lienen played as a goalkeeper for Arminia Bielefeld for eight years and won the German Cup in 1981.

He then played for Borussia Mönchengladbach for thirteen years, winning the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal in 1987. 

After leaving Borussia Mönchengladbach, Lienen spent two years as manager of MSV Duisburg. He then spent a year as manager of Hansa Rostock before joining 1.

FC Köln. Lienen spent four years as manager of Köln before leaving for two years at Greek side Oțelul Galați. 

He then spent one year as manager of FC St. Pauli before leaving to take over as coach of AEK Athens. He left AEK Athens in May of 2017 and is now manager of Schalke 04.

33. Matthias Ginter

Defender

Career

• 1998–2005: SV March
• 2005–2012: SC Freiburg
• 2012–2014: SC Freiburg
• 2014–2017: Borussia Dortmund
• 2017–2022: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2022: SC Freiburg
• 2011–2012: Germany U18
• 2012–2013: Germany U19
• 2013–2017: Germany U21
• 2016: Germany U23
• 2014: Germany

Matthias Ginter is a German professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for SC Freiburg. Ginter made his professional debut with SC Freiburg in 2012, and has since played for Borussia Dortmund, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and Freiburg.

Ginter has represented Germany at youth levels, including at the U16, U18, and U21 levels. Ginter is known for his composure on the ball, as well as his strong tackling and marking ability. Ginter is set to extend his contract with SC Freiburg in 2019.

Ginter is a regular starter for the German national team, and has represented his country at various youth levels. 

Matthias Ginter was born on 19 January 1994 in Freiburg, Germany. Matthias Ginter is 1.91 metres tall and plays as a centre-back for SC Freiburg.

Matthias Ginter is a regular starter for the German national team, and has represented his country at various youth levels.

Also Played For: sc freiburg

34. Stefan Lainer

Defender

Career

• 2009–2013: Red Bull Salzburg
• 2011–2012: SV Grödig (loan)
• 2013–2014: FC Liefering
• 2014–2015: SV Ried
• 2015–2019: Red Bull Salzburg
• 2019: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2017: Austria
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:32, 17 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Stefan Lainer is a right-back playing for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the German Bundesliga. Stefan Lainer was born in Salzburg, Austria on 27 August 1992.

Stefan Lainer is 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) tall and has played for various youth teams in his home country, including Austria Wien, FC Augsburg, and TSV 1860 München.

Stefan Lainer made his Bundesliga debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach on 7 October 2017 in a match against Hertha BSC. Stefan Lainer has played in 36 matches for Borussia Mönchengladbach across all competitions, scoring one goal.

Stefan Lainer is a regular for Austria Wien, making 33 appearances and scoring one goal. Stefan Lainer is expected to join Borussia Mönchengladbach on a permanent basis in the summer of 2022. 

Stefan Lainer is a versatile defender who has spent the last few seasons playing for Red Bull Salzburg in Austria.

Stefan Lainer has played in both the midfield and the back four for his club, and is also comfortable playing as a holding midfielder. 

Stefan Lainer has represented Austria at international level, and has been a regular in the team over the past two years. Stefan Lainer is known for his strong defending, as well as his ability to create chances for his team.

Stefan Lainer is a hard-working player, and is always looking to put in a good shift for his team. Stefan Lainer is expected to join Borussia Mönchengladbach in the near future, and is looking to continue his successful career in the Bundesliga. 

Stefan Lainer is a versatile defender who can play in a number of different positions, making him a valuable member of any team. Stefan Lainer is an experienced player, and will be a crucial part of Borussia Mönchengladbach’s squad next season.

Also Played For: fc red bull salzburg

35. Lothar Matthäus

Midfielder

Career

• 1971–1979: 1. FC Herzogenaurach
• 1978–1979: 1. FC Herzogenaurach
• 1979–1984: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1984–1988: Bayern Munich
• 1988–1992: Inter Milan
• 1992–2000: Bayern Munich
• 2000: New York MetroStars
• 2018: 1. FC Herzogenaurach
• 1979: West Germany U18
• 1979–1983: West Germany U21
• 1979–1981: West Germany B
• 1980–2000: West Germany/Germany
• 2001–2002: Rapid Wien
• 2002–2003: Partizan
• 2003–2006: Hungary
• 2006: Atlético Paranaense
• 2006–2007: Red Bull Salzburg (assistant)
• 2008–2009: Maccabi Netanya
• 2010–2011: Bulgaria

Matthäus is one of the most successful midfielders of all time, having won numerous titles with Bayern Munich and Inter Milan. Matthäus started his career at 1.

FC Herzogenaurach before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1978. He won the Bundesliga with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1979 and the DFB-Pokal with Bayern Munich in 1984.

Matthäus then moved to Inter Milan, where he won the Serie A title in 1988 and the UEFA Cup in 1991. He returned to Bayern Munich in 1992 and won two more Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 1997.

Matthäus then played for New York MetroStars in the US before returning to Bayern Munich in 2018. Matthäus is a member of the German Football Hall of Fame and the Italian Football Hall of Fame. He has also been awarded the German Sportsman of the Year three times.

Matthäus is currently the manager of 1. FC Herzogenaurach.

Also Played For: fc bayern munich

36. Kouadio Koné

Career

• 2007–2012: Villeneuve-la-Garenne
• 2012–2015: Paris FC
• 2015–2016: Boulogne-Billancourt
• 2016–2018: Toulouse
• 2018–2020: Toulouse B
• 2019–2021: Toulouse
• 2021: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2021: Toulouse (loan)
• 2018–2019: France U18
• 2019: France U19
• 2022: France U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:38, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Kouadio Koné is a French midfielder who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Born in Colombes, France in 2001, Koné started his youth career with Villeneuve-la-Garenne before signing with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2017.

Koné has represented France at youth international level and made his senior debut in 2018. He is reportedly a fast and skillful midfielder. 

Koné has made one appearance for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga, coming on as a substitute in a 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in May 2019.

Koné is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or attacking midfielder. He is known for his speed and skill on the ball. 

Koné is expected to feature heavily for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the 2019 season and is likely to be a key player for the club as they look to return to the top of the Bundesliga.

37. Wolfgang Kleff

Career

• 1968–1979: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1979–1980: Hertha BSC
• 1980–1982: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1982–1984: Fortuna Düsseldorf
• 1984–1985: Rot-Weiß Oberhausen
• 1985–1986: VfL Bochum
• 1986–1987: FSV Salmrohr
• 1987–1992: SV Straelen
• 1999–2000: KFC Uerdingen
• 2007–2008: FC Rheinbach
• 1971–1973: West Germany

Wolfgang Kleff is a retired German goalkeeper who played for Borussia Mönchengladbach, Hertha BSC, and Fortuna Düsseldorf in the Bundesliga. 

Kleff made his Bundesliga debut with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1968 and went on to make 272 appearances for the club.

Kleff moved to Hertha BSC in 1979 and made 33 appearances for the Berlin-based side before moving to Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1980. 

Kleff spent four seasons with Borussia Mönchengladbach before joining Fortuna Düsseldorf in 1984. He spent three seasons with the Düsseldorf club before retiring in 1986.

Kleff represented Germany at international level, making nine appearances between 1970 and 1978. Kleff later became a football coach, working as a goalkeeping coach with Borussia Mönchengladbach, Fortuna Düsseldorf, and FC Augsburg. 

Kleff is now retired and lives in Mönchengladbach with his wife. Kleff is a member of the Germany Football Hall of Fame. Kleff is also a football commentator for German TV station RTL.

38. Michael Klinkert

Career

• 1975–1986: FSG 08/DJK Bous
• 1986–1987: 1. FC Saarbrücken
• 1987–1989: Schalke 04
• 1989–2001: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1988–1990: West Germany U-21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Michael Klinkert is a defender who played for both FSG 08/DJK Bous and Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. He started his career with FSG 08/DJK Bous before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1986.

He won the Bundesliga with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1993 and the DFB-Pokal with them in 1995. He retired from professional football in 1999. He is the father of current Gladbach player Maximilian Klinkert.

He is an honorary citizen of Bous. Michael Klinkert was born on July 7, 1968, in Bous, West Germany. He has played for the West Germany national team and was a part of the team that competed in the 1990 World Cup.

He has also played for the German national team at the UEFA Euro 1992 and the UEFA Euro 1996. 

Michael Klinkert played 347 games in the German Bundesliga over a 20-year career. Klinkert was a prolific goalscorer, netting 26 goals in 347 games.

Klinkert made his international debut in 1988 and went on to represent West Germany at U-21 level. Klinkert retired in 2001 after spending his entire career with Borussia Mönchengladbach. Klinkert is now a coach at his former club, Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Michael Klinkert is a former German international and is now a coach at his former club, Borussia Mönchengladbach.

39. Martin Schneider

Career

• 1986–1987: Bayern Munich (A)
• 1987–1990: 1. FC Nürnberg
• 1990–1999: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1999–2001: MSV Duisburg
• 2001–2002: 1. FC Schweinfurt 05
• 2002–2003: TSV Gerbrunn
• 2003–2005: 1. FC Frickenhausen
• 2005–present: DJK Schweinfurt
• West Germany U-21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Martin Schneider was born on 24 November 1968 in Schweinfurt, West Germany. Schneider started his career at DJK Schweinfurt, where he has played since the early 1990s.

Schneider has played in the Bundesliga for clubs such as Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund. Schneider has represented Germany at international level, playing in the UEFA Euro 1996 and 2006 World Cups.

Schneider is currently playing for DJK Schweinfurt in the Bundesliga. Schneider is a versatile midfielder who is known for his hardworking attitude on the pitch. 

Schneider is a leader on and off the field, and is a popular figure with the DJK Schweinfurt supporters.

Schneider is a regular member of the Germany national team, and is seen as a key player for the side. Schneider is a talismanic figure for DJK Schweinfurt, and is highly respected by his team-mates and the fans.

40. Peter Wynhoff

Career

• 1989: Reinickendorfer Füchse
• 1989–1999: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1999–2000: Fortuna Köln
• 2000–2001: Rheydter SV
• 2001–2006: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2006–2007: SC Kapellen-Erft
• 2007–2010: Borussia Mönchengladbach (youth coach)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Peter Wynhoff was born in Berlin, Germany on October 29, 1968. Wynhoff played for several teams throughout his career including FC Kaiserslautern, 1. FC Köln, and Carl Zeiss Jena.

Wynhoff was a midfielder and played in the middle of the park. Wynhoff retired from professional football in 2006. Wynhoff is now a coach and works with various youth teams in Germany.

Wynhoff is known for his strong defensive play and is a respected member of the German football community. Wynhoff is a UEFA 'A' Licenced coach and has worked with the German national team.

Wynhoff is married and has two children. Wynhoff is a respected member of the German football community and is known for his strong defensive play. Peter Wynhoff was a player and manager at Borussia Mönchengladbach from 1989 until 2006.

Wynhoff played for Borussia Mönchengladbach II from 2001 until 2006, and then became youth coach for the first team. Wynhoff helped Borussia Mönchengladbach win the Bundesliga in 2001 and was also in charge of the team during their 2006 UEFA Cup run.

Wynhoff left Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2006 to take over as manager of SC Kapellen-Erft. Wynhoff retired from coaching in 2010 and now works as a scout for Borussia Mönchengladbach.

41. Uwe Kamps

Career

• SV Wersten 04
• BV 04 Düsseldorf
• 1982–2006: Borussia M'gladbach

Kamps is a goalkeeper who has played for a number of German clubs, most notably SV Wersten and BV 04 Düsseldorf. He was born in Düsseldorf in 1964 and started his career with SV Wersten 04.

Kamps played in the Bundesliga for Wersten, before moving to BV 04 Düsseldorf in 1988. He remained with the club until 1997, making 166 appearances in the league and cup. 

Kamps then had a short spell at TSG Neuss, before returning to his home club, BV 04 Düsseldorf, in 1998.

He stayed with the club until 2003, making 216 appearances in all competitions. Kamps then moved to Karlsruher SC, before retiring in 2004. 

He made his international debut for West Germany in 1988, and went on to make 34 appearances. Kamps is currently the goalkeeping coach of SV Darmstadt 98.

Uwe Kamps was a prolific goalscorer during his playing career and is still the all-time leading scorer for Borussia M'gladbach. 

He played for West Germany in the 1988 Seoul World Cup and scored a goal in the competition. Kamps retired from playing in 2006 and now works as a football analyst for German broadcaster ZDF.

Kamps is a former president of the German football association (DFB) and a member of the German Football Hall of Fame. 

He has also been a coach at a number of clubs including Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Augsburg. Uwe Kamps is a popular figure in German football and is often consulted by journalists and other football experts.

He is married and has two children. Uwe Kamps is a popular interviewee and often gives his opinion on topical issues in football. 

Uwe Kamps is a strong advocate for youth development in German football and is often involved in coaching and mentoring young players.

42. Granit Xhaka

Midfielder

Career

• 2000–2002: Concordia Basel
• 2002–2010: FC Basel
• 2010–2012: FC Basel
• 2012–2016: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2016: Arsenal
• 2008–2009: Switzerland U17
• 2009–2010: Switzerland U18
• 2010–2011: Switzerland U19
• 2010–2011: Switzerland U21
• 2011: Switzerland

Granit Xhaka is a Swiss midfielder who currently plays for Arsenal in the Premier League. Xhaka was born on September 27, 1992, in Basel, Switzerland. He started his career with Concordia Basel before joining FC Basel in 2002.

He spent six seasons with Borussia Mönchengladbach, winning the Bundesliga title in 2013. Xhaka joined Arsenal in 2016. 

He has made 42 appearances for Arsenal and scored one goal. Xhaka was part of the Switzerland team that won the 2017 Confederations Cup.

He is married and has two children. Xhaka is a regular member of the Switzerland national team. He is a midfield player who is known for his passing ability and strong defensive play. 

Granit Xhaka is a midfielder for Arsenal and Switzerland. Granit Xhaka was born on December 3, 1993 in Tschenstochau, Liechtenstein.

Granit Xhaka first played for Swiss club FC Basel in 2007. In 2008, Granit Xhaka was called up to the Swiss U17 national team and helped them win the 2009 U17 World Cup. 

In 2010, Granit Xhaka was called up to the Swiss U18 national team and helped them win the 2010 U18 World Cup. Granit Xhaka was called up to the Swiss U19 national team in 2010 and helped them win the 2011 U19 World Cup.

In 2011, Granit Xhaka was called up to the Swiss U21 national team and helped them win the 2011 U21 European Championship. 

In 2012, Granit Xhaka was called up to the Swiss senior national team and made his debut against the United States. In 2016, Granit Xhaka was called up to the Arsenal national team and has since played 211 times for Arsenal.

Also Played For: arsenal f.c

43. Kou Itakura

Career

• 2006–2014: Kawasaki Frontale
• 2015–2018: Kawasaki Frontale
• 2015: J. League U-22 (loan)
• 2018: Vegalta Sendai (loan)
• 2019–2022: Manchester City
• 2019–2021: FC Groningen (loan)
• 2021–2022: Schalke 04 (loan)
• 2022: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2013: Japan U-16
• 2015–2017: Japan U-20
• 2018–2021: Japan U-23
• 2019: Japan

Ko Itakura is a Japanese professional footballer who currently plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. Itakura started his career at Kawasaki Frontale before spending time on loan at J.

League side Vegalta Sendai. Itakura has represented Japan at under-20 level and has two caps to his name. Itakura is a versatile defender who can play as a centre-back or in the midfield. Itakura is a cultured player who reads the game well and is very vocal on the pitch.

Itakura is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a shift for his team. Itakura is set to become a key player for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the future. 

Itakura is a young player with a lot of potential who is only going to improve in the coming years. Ko Itakura is a talented defender who is sure to make a name for himself in the Bundesliga.

Also Played For: japan football team

44. Stefan Effenberg

Career

• 1974: Bramfelder SV
• 1974–1986: Victoria Hamburg
• 1986–1987: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1987–1990: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1990–1992: Bayern Munich
• 1992–1994: Fiorentina
• 1994–1998: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1998–2002: Bayern Munich
• 2002–2003: VfL Wolfsburg
• 2003–2004: Al-Arabi
• 1988–1990: West Germany U21
• 1991–1998: Germany
• 2015–2016: SC Paderborn
• 2019–2020: KFC Uerdingen 05 (sporting director)

Stefan Effenberg was born on August 2nd, 1968 in Hamburg, West Germany. He started his footballing career playing for Bramfelder SV in 1974. In 1986, he moved to Victoria Hamburg before joining Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1987.

He enjoyed a very successful career at Borussia Mönchengladbach, playing 65 games and scoring 19 goals over the course of three seasons. 

He then moved to Bayern Munich in 1992 and enjoyed another successful spell, playing 95 games and scoring 16 goals.

He left Bayern Munich in 1998 and signed for Borussia Mönchengladbach once again. He retired from football in 2002 after playing 118 games and scoring 23 goals for Borussia Mönchengladbach. 

Stefan Effenberg is currently a football coach and manager. He was appointed manager of the German national team in November 2018.

45. Roel Brouwers

Defender

Career

• 2001: RKVV Weltania
• 2001–2005: Roda JC
• 2005–2007: Paderborn 07
• 2007–2016: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2016: Roda JC
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Brouwers began his youth career at hometown club Heerlen in the Netherlands. He made his debut for Ajax in 2002 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club.

Brouwers joined Liverpool in 2011 and helped the team win the Premier League title in 2013. He then moved to Barcelona in 2014 and helped the team win the La Liga title.

Brouwers signed with PSV in 2017 and helped the team win the Eredivisie title. He has also represented the Netherlands at international level, making over 30 appearances.

In 2015, Brouwers was named captain of the Netherlands national team. He will compete in the 2018 World Cup as part of the Netherlands' squad. Brouwers is a centre back and is considered one of the best in the world.

Roel Brouwers started his senior career with Roda JC in the Dutch Eredivisie. He would go on to play for Paderborn 07, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and finally Roda JC. Brouwers has played in 173 matches for Borussia Mönchengladbach, scoring 15 goals.

Brouwers was brought in by new Roda JC manager Erwin Koeman to replace the departed Jacques Zoua. 

He made his debut on 3 October 2016 in a 2-1 victory over Vitesse Arnhem. Roel Brouwers is known for his defensive midfield play. He is currently a free agent.

46. Dante

Defender

Career

• 1998: Catuense
• 1999: Galícia
• 2000: Capivariano
• 2001: Juventude
• 2002–2004: Juventude
• 2004–2006: Lille
• 2006–2007: Charleroi
• 2007–2009: Standard Liège
• 2009–2012: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2012–2015: Bayern Munich
• 2015–2016: VfL Wolfsburg
• 2016: Nice
• 2013–2014: Brazil

Dante is a Brazilian centre back who has played for Nice in France. Dante started his career with Catuense before moving to Galícia in 1999. He then played for Capivariano before joining Juventude in 2001.

Dante made his professional debut for Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League in 2014. 

Dante has played for Brazil at youth level, but has yet to make his senior international debut. Dante is a regular for Nice and is considered a key player for the club.

Dante is a hard-working defender who is good in the air and on the ground. Dante is one of the most experienced players in the Nice squad. 

Dante is a key figure for Brazil at international level and is expected to be a part of the squad for the 2018 World Cup.

Dante was born in 1984 in Brazil and started playing football at a young age. He moved to Europe in 2004 to play for Lille in the Ligue 1 and made an immediate impact, scoring 12 goals in 24 appearances. 

He then moved to Standard Liège in 2007 and became a key player for the club, scoring 62 goals in 93 appearances.

He joined Bayern Munich in 2012 and helped them win the Bundesliga and Champions League that season. 

He then moved to Wolfsburg in 2015, but left in 2016 to join Nice. Dante has represented Brazil at international level, and won the Confederations Cup in 2013.

47. Horst Köppel

Career

• 1953–1958: SpVgg Neuwirtshaus
• 1958–1964: FV Zuffenhausen
• 1964–1966: VfB Stuttgart
• 1966–1968: VfB Stuttgart
• 1968–1971: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1971–1973: VfB Stuttgart
• 1973–1979: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1976: Vancouver Whitecaps (loan)
• 1977: Vancouver Whitecaps (loan)
• 1979–1981: 1. FC Viersen
• West Germany Amateurs
• 1966–1972: West Germany U-23
• West Germany B
• 1968–1973: West Germany
• 1979–1981: 1. FC Viersen
• 1981–1982: 1. FC Köln (assistant)
• 1982–1983: Arminia Bielefeld
• 1983–1987: West Germany (assistant)
• 1987: Bayer 05 Uerdingen
• 1988–1991: Borussia Dortmund
• 1992: Fortuna Düsseldorf
• 1993–1994: FC Tirol Innsbruck
• 1994–1995: Eintracht Frankfurt (assistant)
• 1997: Urawa Red Diamonds
• 1997: Borussia Dortmund (scout)
• 2001–2004: Borussia Dortmund II
• 2004: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2004: Borussia Mönchengladbach (caretaker)
• 2004–2005: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2005–2006: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2006: Al-Wahda FC
• 2009: Ingolstadt 04

Horst Köppel is a retired German professional footballer who played as a striker. He began his career at SpVgg Neuwirtshaus, before joining FV Zuffenhausen in 1964.

Köppel spent most of his career at Borussia Mönchengladbach, where he won two Bundesliga titles and the UEFA Cup. He spent one season with Vancouver Whitecaps in the North American Soccer League.

Köppel made his international debut in 1968 and played at the 1978 World Cup. He retired in 1981 after winning two more Bundesliga titles with Borussia Mönchengladbach. Köppel was inducted into the German Football Hall of Fame in 2001.

He is currently a football coach at Borussia Mönchengladbach. Horst Köppel was born on 17 May 1948 in Stuttgart, Germany. 

Horst Köppel is one of the most successful German managers of all time, having won two Bundesliga titles with Borussia Dortmund and one DFB-Pokal with Borussia Mönchengladbach.

He was also a successful assistant manager with West Germany, guiding them to World Cup glory in 1990. Köppel left Mönchengladbach in 2005, but returned as caretaker manager in 2006, before being made manager full-time the following year. 

He left Mönchengladbach again in 2009, but was handed the reins at Borussia Dortmund II in 2011.

He led Dortmund II to the Bundesliga championship in his first season in charge, and the club subsequently promoted to the Bundesliga. Köppel was dismissed by Dortmund II in March of this year, with the club in 17th place in the Bundesliga. 

He is currently the manager of Urawa Red Diamonds in Japan. Horst Köppel was born on December 12, 1956 in Köln, West Germany.

Also Played For: vfb stuttgart

48. Allan Simonsen

Career

• 1971–1972: Vejle BK
• 1972–1979: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 1979–1982: Barcelona
• 1982–1983: Charlton Athletic
• 1983–1989: Vejle BK
• 1971–1972: Denmark U-21
• 1972–1986: Denmark
• 1991–1994: Vejle BK
• 1994–2001: Faroe Islands
• 2001–2004: Luxembourg
• 2011–2013: Fredericia (General manager)
• 2013: Fredericia
• 2014: Vietnam (sporting director)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Allan Simonsen is a Danish professional footballer who played as a striker for teams including Borussia Mönchengladbach and Barcelona. 

Simonsen started his career with Danish side Vejle BK in 1971, and went on to play for Borussia Mönchengladbach from 1972 to 1979.

After leaving Borussia Mönchengladbach, Simonsen played for Barcelona for two seasons. Simonsen is currently a manager with Danish side Vejle BK. 

Allan Simonsen was born on 15 December 1952 in Vejle, Denmark. Allan Simonsen retired from professional football in 1982.

Allan Simonsen is currently a manager with Danish side Vejle BK. Allan Simonsen was born on 15 December 1952 in Vejle, Denmark. 

Allan Simonsen retired from professional football in 1982. Allan Simonsen is a Danish football manager and former player. He has managed several Danish clubs, including Vejle BK and Fredericia.

He played for Charlton Athletic and was part of the team that won the 1982–83 Football League Cup. He later played for Vejle BK and Fredericia. 

He has also managed Vietnam. He is currently the manager of Fredericia. He has also been a player agent.

49. Marvin Friedrich

Defender

Career

• 2002–2008: FSC Guxhagen
• 2008–2010: OSC Vellmar
• 2010–2011: SC Paderborn 07
• 2011–2014: Schalke 04
• 2014–2016: Schalke 04 II
• 2014–2016: Schalke 04
• 2016–2018: FC Augsburg II
• 2018–2022: Union Berlin
• 2022: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2014: Germany U19
• 2015–2016: Germany U20

Marvin Friedrich joined Schalke 04 in 2011 from Schalke 04's youth academy. He made his Bundesliga debut in a match against Hannover 96 on 18 February 2014.

Friedrich has been a regular in Schalke 04's starting lineup since making his debut and has helped the team win the DFB-Pokal in 2016. 

Friedrich has also represented Germany at under-21 level and made his debut for the senior team in a friendly against Sweden on 7 February 2017.

In May 2018, Friedrich signed a new contract with Schalke 04 that will keep him at the club until 2022. Friedrich is a centre back and is known for his strong aerial ability and his ability to read the game. 

Friedrich is a product of the FSC Guxhagen youth academy. Marvin Friedrich is married to his long-time girlfriend, Sina.

Marvin Friedrich is of German and Iranian descent. Friedrich is 1.93 metres (6 ft 4 in) tall and has represented Germany at under-21 level.

Also Played For: 1. fc union berlin

50. Denis Zakaria

Midfielder

Career

• 2004–2015: Servette
• 2014–2015: Servette
• 2015–2017: Young Boys
• 2017–2022: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2022: Juventus
• 2022: Chelsea (loan)
• 2014–2015: Switzerland U19
• 2015–2016: Switzerland U21
• 2016: Switzerland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:15, 12 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Denis Zakaria is a Chelsea loanee who has impressed in Serie A this season. Zakaria was born in Geneva and started his career at Servette. He made his Chelsea debut in the EFL Cup against Birmingham City.

Zakaria has made five Serie A appearances this season and has scored one goal. Zakaria is a versatile defender who can play at midfield or defence. Zakaria is 26 years old and has three years left on his Chelsea contract.

Zakaria is a Switzerland international and has made one appearance for the national team. Zakaria is a versatile defender who can play at midfield or defence. 

Zakaria is an exciting young player with a lot of potential. Denis Zakaria is a talented Swiss footballer who has played for both club and country.

Denis Zakaria has played for Serie A side, Borussia Mönchengladbach and Premier League side, Chelsea. Denis Zakaria has been a regular for Switzerland since making his debut in 2014. 

Denis Zakaria is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield. Denis Zakaria is well known for his delivery from the midfield and his passing.

Denis Zakaria is a hardworking player who is always seeking the ball. Denis Zakaria is a fast player who can run with the ball at his feet. 

Denis Zakaria is a good team player who is always willing to help out his team. Denis Zakaria is a talented midfielder who is looking to continue his career at the top level.

51. Luca Netz

Defender

Career

• 2010: FSV Bernau
• 2010–2020: Hertha BSC
• 2020–2021: Hertha BSC II
• 2020–2021: Hertha BSC
• 2021: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
• 2021: Borussia Mönchengladbach
• 2018: Germany U15
• 2018–2020: Germany U17
• 2021: Germany U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:15, 19 November 2022 (UTC)

Luca Netz was born on May 15th 2003 in Berlin, Germany. Netz started his youth career with FSV Bernau before joining Hertha BSC in 2010. 

Netz has made 20 appearances for Borussia Mönchengladbach so far and is a regular left back for the Bundesliga club.

Netz is a versatile defender who can also play as a midfielder. Netz has represented Germany at youth level and has earned five caps. 

Netz is a promising defender with a bright future in football. Luca Netz is a young, talented defender who has been playing with Hertha BSC II since the 2020-21 season.

Netz has impressed in his first two seasons with Hertha BSC II, and is set to continue his development with the club in the 2020-21 season. 

Netz has also represented Germany at youth level, and is looking to make an impact at the senior level in the near future. Netz is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at either centre-back or right-back.

Netz is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Netz is a promising defender who is set to continue developing in the future. Netz is a talented defender who is looking to make a name for himself in the Bundesliga. 

Netz is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at either centre-back or right-back. Netz is a promising defender who is looking to make a name for himself in the Bundesliga and beyond.

Final Words

Borussia Mönchengladbach is a professional football club based in Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The club was founded in 1895 and played its first official game in 1906.

Borussia Mönchengladbach has won ten Bundesliga titles, seven DFB-Pokals, one UEFA Cup and one Inter-Cities Fairs Cup. The club’s greatest success came during the 1970s when they won five consecutive Bundesliga titles.