FC St. Pauli is a German football club based in Hamburg’s iconic St. Pauli district. Founded in 1910, the club has been a consistent presence in the second division of German football, and is widely considered one of the most iconic and culturally significant in the country.
With a passionate fan base and a strong sense of identity, FC St. Pauli has made a name for itself as one of Germany’s most beloved clubs.
1. Leon Flach
Midfielder
Career
- 2006–2008: Sereetzer SV
- 2008–2016: VfB Lübeck
- 2016–2020: FC St. Pauli
- 2020–2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2020: FC St. Pauli II
- 2021: Philadelphia Union
- 2019: Germany U18
- 2020: United States U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of October 14, 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of September 27, 2020
Leon Flach was born on February 28, 2001 in Humble, Texas. Leon started his youth career playing for Sereetzer SV before signing with Philadelphia Union in 2016.
Leon is a midfielder and left-back who has made several appearances for the Union since debuting in 2016. Leon has been described as an "energetic" player who can also contribute defensively.
Leon is currently contracted to Philadelphia until 2021 and he looks to continue developing his skills at the club moving forward Leon Flach is a German-American footballer who plays for FC St.
Pauli in the Bundesliga. He started his career in 2008 with VfB Lübeck, before joining FC St. Pauli in 2016. Flach has made 68 appearances for Philadelphia Union since signing there in 2019, scoring one goal.
Leon was born and raised in Germany, but he has also represented United States at youth level on two occasions (2018 & 2020).
Also Played For: philadelphia union
2. Nikola Vasilj
Career
- 2010–2013: Zrinjski Mostar
- 2013–2017: Zrinjski Mostar
- 2014–2015: Igman Konjic (loan)
- 2015–2016: Branitelj (loan)
- 2017–2019: 1. FC Nürnberg II
- 2019–2021: Zorya Luhansk
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2013–2014: Bosnia and Herzegovina U21
- 2021: Bosnia and Herzegovina
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 September 2022
Nikola Vasilj is a goalkeeper who currently plays for German club FC St. Pauli. Vasilj started his career with hometown club HNK Međugorje before moving to Bosnia and Herzegovina rivals FK Sarajevo in 2016.
Nikola Vasilj made his international debut for Bosnia and Herzegovina in March 2014, playing against Denmark U21s.
He has since played at senior level for the country on multiple occasions, most notably during their run to the 2018 World Cup qualifying playoffs where he kept five clean sheets in six matches en route to qualification.
Nikola Vasilj was born in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1995 and began playing football as a youngster with local side HNK Međugorje before making the move to FK Sarajevo in 2016.
At Sarajevo he won three league titles (2017-19), two cup competitions (2018-19) and also featured prominently at UEFA Europa League level during 2017–18 season.
When they reached the quarter finals of this prestigious competition after eliminating Fulham, Feyenoord Rotterdam, Astra Giurgiu and Marseille among others along the way.
Also Played For: bosnia and herzegovina
3. Connor Metcalfe
Midfielder
Career
- 2015–2017: Melbourne City
- 2017–2019: Melbourne City NPL
- 2017–2022: Melbourne City
- 2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2018: Australia U-20
- 2020–2021: Australia U-23
- 2021: Australia
Connor Metcalfe is a central midfielder who currently plays for FC St. Pauli in the German Bundesliga. Metcalfe made his professional debut with Melbourne City in 2015 and has since played for South Cardiff, NNSW NTC, FFV NTC, and Melbourne City.
He has represented Australia at youth international level, and is currently a full international for the country. Metcalfe is one of the most promising young midfielders in Europe, and is expected to play a major role for FC St. Pauli in the future.
Connor Metcalfe is a hard-working and versatile player who is well-suited to playing in the German Bundesliga. Connor Metcalfe is a talented young footballer who has represented Australia at international level. Connor Metcalfe is a midfielder who plays for Melbourne City in the Australian A-League.
Connor Metcalfe has been a regular for Melbourne City since he joined the club in 2017 and is one of the club's most consistent players.
Connor Metcalfe is a creative midfielder who can score goals and make crucial contributions to the team. Connor Metcalfe is likely to be a key player for Melbourne City in the future and has the potential to become one of the league's best players.
Connor Metcalfe is a young player with a lot of potential who is only starting to develop his skills. Connor Metcalfe is a talented player who has the potential to become one of the best midfielders in the Australian A-League.
Connor Metcalfe is a highly versatile player who can play in a number of different positions. Connor Metcalfe is a talented young footballer who is currently developing his skills at the highest level.
Also Played For: melbourne city fc
4. Johannes Eggestein
SV Werder Bremen
Career
- 2013: TSV Havelse
- 2013–2016: Werder Bremen
- 2016–2018: Werder Bremen II
- 2016–2021: Werder Bremen
- 2020–2021: LASK (loan)
- 2021–2022: Antwerp
- 2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2012–2013: Germany U15
- 2013–2014: Germany U16
- 2014–2015: Germany U17
- 2016–2017: Germany U19
- 2017–2018: Germany U20
- 2017–2019: Germany U21
Johannes Eggestein is a German striker who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Eggestein made his professional debut with Werder Bremen in 2016, and has since featured for the club's first team.
Eggestein has also spent time on loan at LASK. Eggestein has been a regular for Werder Bremen II, and is considered one of the club's key players. Eggestein has a good eye for goal, and is capable of scoring from any distance.
Eggestein is likely to feature for Werder Bremen in the upcoming season. Eggestein is a versatile striker, and is capable of playing as a centre forward or as a lone striker. Eggestein is a young player with a lot of potential, and is likely to continue developing at Werder Bremen.
Eggestein is a hard-working player, and is always looking to contribute to the team.
Also Played For: football manager 2017, football manager 2018
5. Christopher Avevor
Defender
Career
- 2004–2006: Eckernförder SV
- 2006–2008: Holstein Kiel
- 2008–2010: Hannover 96
- 2010–2014: Hannover 96 II
- 2010–2014: Hannover 96
- 2012–2013: FC St. Pauli (loan)
- 2014: Fortuna Düsseldorf II
- 2014–2016: Fortuna Düsseldorf
- 2016: FC St. Pauli
- 2009–2010: Germany U18
- 2010: Germany U19
- 2011: Germany U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21:50, 12 November 2012 (UTC)
Christopher Avevor is a German footballer who currently plays for FC St.Pauli. Avevor has played for several clubs in his career including Eckernförde IF and Eckernförder SV.
Avevor was born in Kiel and played for the Germany U-19 team. Avevor has played for several clubs in the Bundesliga including FC Schalke 04 and Hamburger SV. Avevor has made a total of 126 appearances in the Bundesliga and 2 appearances in the DFB-Pokal.
Avevor has represented Germany at U-20 and U-21 level. Christopher Avevor is a professional footballer who plays as a left back for FC St. Pauli in the German Bundesliga.
Avevor made his professional debut for Hannover 96 in the 2010–11 season and went on to make 42 appearances for the club over the next three seasons.
In the 2014–15 season, Avevor joined FC St. Pauli on loan and went on to make 28 appearances for the club in all competitions.
Avevor returned to Hannover 96 in the 2016–17 season and went on to make 75 appearances for the club in all competitions.
Avevor has also represented Germany at international level, making 4 appearances for the country's U19, U20, and U21 squads. Christopher Avevor is a left back who is known for his strong defensive capabilities.
Also Played For: hannover 96
6. Finn Ole Becker
Career
- 2011: Holsatia Elmshorn
- 2011–2019: FC St. Pauli
- 2019–2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2022: FC St. Pauli II
- 2022: 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2017: Germany U18
- 2018–2019: Germany U19
- 2019: Germany U20
- 2021: Germany U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:44, 15 June 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19
Finn Becker is a young German footballer who currently plays for Hoffenheim. Becker started his career with TSV Sparrieshoop before joining Holsatia Elmshorn in 2011.
Becker made his professional debut for Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga in 2017. Becker is versatile and plays as a midfielder. Becker is a promising young player who has a lot of potential.
Becker is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve. Becker is a young player with a lot of potential who is still developing. Becker is a talented young player who is still developing his skills.
Becker is a promising young player who has a lot of potential and is still developing. Finn Ole Becker is a versatile defender who can play in a number of positions. Becker made his professional debut for FC St.
Pauli in the 2. Bundesliga in 2018. The defender has represented Germany at youth levels, including at the U18 and U19 levels. Becker is likely to compete for a place in the starting lineup with FC St. Pauli this season.
The versatile defender is likely to feature for FC St. Pauli in the UEFA Europa League. Becker is a highly rated defender and is likely to be a star of the German national team in the future. Becker is a hardworking defender who is popular with his teammates.
The defender is a versatile defender who can play at both left back and center back. Becker is a promising defender who is likely to become a top player in the future.
Also Played For: tsg 1899 hoffenheim
7. Dapo Afolayan
Forward
Career
- 2002–2006: Harrow St Marys
- 2006–2013: Chelsea
- 2013–2015: Toronto FC
- 2015–2016: Barnet
- 2016: Tooting & Mitcham United
- 2014: Toronto Varsity Blues
- 2014–2015: Toronto FC III
- 2015: ANB Futbol
- 2016–2017: Loughborough University
- 2017–2018: Solihull Moors
- 2018–2021: West Ham United
- 2019: Oldham Athletic (loan)
- 2019–2020: Mansfield Town (loan)
- 2021: Bolton Wanderers (loan)
- 2021–2023: Bolton Wanderers
- 2023: FC St. Pauli
- 2017: England C
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023
Dapo Afolayan is a 25-year-old English winger who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Afolayan began his career with Harrow St. Marys and then Chelsea before moving to Toronto FC and Barnet.
He signed for FC St. Pauli in 2016 and has since made 66 appearances for the club, scoring 22 goals. Afolayan is a versatile player who can play as a winger or as a centre-forward.
He is a regular for the England U21 team and has also made appearances for the senior side.
Afolayan is a hard-working player who is always looking to get on the scoresheet. He is a popular figure among his teammates and is always willing to give 100% in every game.
He is regarded as one of the best young players in Germany and is set to make a big impact in the Bundesliga in the future.
Afolayan is a promising young player with a bright future, and he is sure to be a major player in English football in the coming years.
Also Played For: bolton wanderers f.c
8. Florian Bruns
Career
- 1996: VfL Bad Zwischenahn
- 1996–1999: VfB Oldenburg
- 1999–2002: SC Freiburg
- 2003–2004: Union Berlin
- 2004–2006: Alemannia Aachen
- 2006–2013: FC St. Pauli
- 2013–2015: Werder Bremen II
- 1999–2001: Germany U21
- 2015–2016: Werder Bremen II (assistant coach)
- 2016–2017: Werder Bremen (assistant coach)
- 2017: SC Freiburg (assistant coach)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Florian Bruns is a midfielder who has played for SC Freiburg since 2004. He made his Bundesliga debut in 2004 and has since made over 150 appearances for the club.
He has also played for TuS Bloherfelde, VfL Edewecht, FC Rastede and SC Paderborn 07. Bruns has represented Germany at both under-21 and senior level. He is currently an assistant coach at SC Freiburg.
Florian Bruns is a hard-working and versatile midfielder who is experienced in the Bundesliga. He is a good reader of the game and has a good passing range. Florian Bruns is known for his disciplined and committed play on the pitch.
He is a popular figure in the SC Freiburg dressing room and is a key member of the team. Florian Bruns has extensive experience as an assistant coach with Werder Bremen and SC Freiburg.
He was most recently an assistant coach with SC Freiburg, where he worked with head coach Christian Streich.
Florian Bruns has also been a part of the coaching staff at Werder Bremen and FC St. Pauli. He began his coaching career with Alemannia Aachen before moving to SC Freiburg.
Florian Bruns has a strong background in German football, and his knowledge could be invaluable to any team he joins. He has a wealth of experience working with players at all levels, which will be a valuable asset to any club he joins.
Florian Bruns is currently a coach with SC Freiburg, and he is expected to stay with the club until the end of the season. Florian Bruns is a highly-rated coach, and he has the potential to make a significant impact on any club he joins.
He is a highly-rated assistant coach, and his expertise could be a valuable addition to any club.
Also Played For: sc freiburg
9. Jackson Irvine
Hull City
Career
- 1999–2002: Ringwood City JSC
- 2003–2006: Knox City
- 2007–2008: Endeavour United
- 2008: Richmond SC
- 2009–2010: Melbourne Victory
- 2010–2012: Celtic
- 2009: Frankston Pines[4]
- 2012–2015: Celtic
- 2013–2014: Kilmarnock (loan)
- 2014–2015: Ross County (loan)
- 2015–2016: Ross County
- 2016–2017: Burton Albion
- 2017–2020: Hull City
- 2021: Hibernian
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2011–2012: Scotland U19
- 2012–2013: Australia U20
- 2014–2015: Australia U23
- 2013: Australia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13:47, 26 November 2022 (UTC)
Jackson Irvine is a 29-year-old midfielder who currently plays for FC St. Pauli in the Bundesliga. Irvine started his career in Australia with Ringwood City JSC before moving to Knox City in 2003.
He then joined Melbourne Victory in 2008, where he made over 100 appearances before moving to Germany in 2010. Irvine has predominantly played as a midfield midfielder for his career, but has also been used as a centre back and as a forward.
He has represented Australia at youth level, and played at the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. Irvine has been described as a "hard-working and ball-playing midfielder.
Who is capable of both creating chances and defending. Irvine has been nominated for the 2017–18 Bundesliga Player of the Month award, and has been described as one of the best midfielders in the Bundesliga.
Irvine has been linked with a move to Premier League side Liverpool, and has been called up to Australia's national team for the 2018 World Cup.
Irvine has been described as a "genuine box-to-box midfielder" who can both score and defend. Irvine has been signed by FC St. Pauli until 2021, and has said that he is happy to be playing in the Bundesliga.
Also Played For: 2. bundesliga
10. Igor Matanović
Career
- 2010: Harburger TB
- 2010: FC St. Pauli
- 2020–2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2021: Eintracht Frankfurt
- 2021: FC St. Pauli (loan)
- 2017: Croatia U14
- 2020: Germany U17
- 2020: Germany U18
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:02, 27 November 2020 (UTC)
Igor Matanović is a 19-year-old forward currently playing for FC St. Pauli on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt. He made his professional debut in the Bundesliga in 2016.
Igor Matanović is a Hamburg-born player who started his career at Harburger TB. He made his professional debut in the Bundesliga in 2016 and has since spent time on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Nürnberg.
Igor Matanović is known for his speed and skill on the forward flank. He is a consistent performer for both his club and country and is expected to feature prominently in Germany's squad for the World Cup.
Igor Matanović is a versatile player who can play anywhere up front, including as a main striker.
He is known for his clinical finishing and good movement off the ball. Igor Matanović has been capped at youth level by Germany and is now looking to make his full international debut.
He is a powerful and determined player who is capable of creating opportunities for his teammates. Igor Matanović is a highly-rated player who is expected to continue developing his career at a high level.
He is a versatile and dynamic forward who is likely to become a key player for FC St. Pauli in the future.
11. Marcel Hartel
Arminia Bielefeld
Career
- 2002: SC West Köln
- 2002–2016: 1. FC Köln
- 2015–2017: 1. FC Köln II
- 2016–2017: 1. FC Köln
- 2017–2019: Union Berlin
- 2019–2021: Arminia Bielefeld
- 2021–: FC St. Pauli
- 2017–2018: Germany U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21:36, 22 September 2019 (UTC)
Marcel Hartel was born in Cologne, Germany on January 19th, 1996. At just 27 years old, Marcel Hartel is an experienced midfielder who has played for SC West Köln and FC St.
Pauli. In 2015, Marcel Hartel was named captain of FC St. Pauli and has since led the team to back-to-back promotions. Marcel Hartel is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to get on the scoresheet.
He is a key player for FC St. Pauli. Marcel Hartel is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or as a wide midfielder. Marcel Hartel is a committed player who always gives his all for FC St. Pauli.
Marcel Hartel is a popular player with the fans of FC St. Pauli. Marcel Hartel is an exciting player to watch and is always making things happen on the pitch. Marcel Hartel is a promising young midfielder who is sure to develop into a world-class player.
12. Fabian Boll
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1995: Bramstedter TS
- 1995–1996: Itzehoer SV
- 1996–1997: Hamburger SV
- 1997–2000: Itzehoer SV
- 2000–2001: TSV Lägerdorf
- 2001–2002: 1. SC Norderstedt
- 2002–2014: FC St. Pauli
- 2014–2016: FC St. Pauli II
- 2014–2016: FC St. Pauli II (player-assistant)
- 2014: FC St. Pauli II (caretaker)
- 2018: SC Condor Hamburg (assistant)
- 2019: SC Victoria Hamburg
- 2019–2021: Holstein Kiel (assistant)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Fabian Boll is a German midfielder who has played for Hamburger SV, Itzehoeer SV, and Bramstadt. Boll was born in Bad Bramstedt, West Germany in 1979. Boll started his youth career with Bramstedter TS in 1995.
Boll joined Hamburger SV in 1996 and played with the club until 2000. Boll then joined Itzehoeer SV and played with the club until 2003.
Boll then signed with Hamburger SV's rivals, Hamburger SV II, in 2003. Boll rejoined Hamburger SV in 2004 and played with the club until 2007.
Boll then signed with Hertha BSC in 2007 and played with the club until 2013. Boll then signed with 1. FSV Mainz 05 in 2013 and played with the club until his retirement in 2014.
Boll began his senior career with 1. SC Norderstedt in the Regionalliga Nordost. He made 273 league appearances for the club before moving to FC St.
Pauli in 2001. Boll featured for FC St. Pauli II for the 2014-15 season, but did not make an appearance for the first team.
He rejoined St. Pauli II for the 2016-17 season, but left again in the summer of 2017. Boll has been an assistant manager with SC Victoria Hamburg since 2019, helping the club win the Regionalliga Hamburg in the 2019-20 season.
He will also be an assistant manager with Holstein Kiel in the Bundesliga next season. Fabian Boll is a defender and he is known for his strong aerial presence. He has represented Germany at U17, U19 and U21 level.
13. Jürgen Gronau
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1984–1997: FC St. Pauli
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jürgen Gronau is a retired German footballer who played as a defender. Gronau started his career at hometown club FC Gronau before joining Hamburger SV in 1984.
He made over 250 appearances in the Bundesliga and won the Bundesliga title with Hamburger SV in 1993. He also played for TSV 1860 Munich, Karlsruher SC, and 1. FC Kaiserslautern.
Gronau retired in 2001 and later managed SC Paderborn 07. He was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 2004. Gronau is the father of current FC Gronau midfielder Timo Gronau.
He was named as the assistant coach of the Germany national football team in October 2015. Jürgen Gronau is a sports commentator for Eurosport. Jürgen Gronau played for FC St. Pauli from 1984-1997. During his time with the club, Gronau scored 318 goals in 18 appearances.
After leaving FC St. Pauli, Gronau signed with Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund. He played for Dortmund for two seasons, before returning to his former club, FC St. Pauli. Gronau retired from professional football in 2000, but has since continued to play football at a lower level.
He is currently the sporting director of FC St. Pauli II. Jürgen Gronau is a very experienced player, and is known for his goalscoring ability. He is also a very good passer, and is known for his ability to create chances for his teammates. Jürgen Gronau is a very popular player among fans of FC St.
Pauli, and is considered to be one of the greatest midfielders in the club's history. Jürgen Gronau is a very popular figure among the German media, and is often quoted in newspapers and magazines.
Jürgen Gronau is a very experienced player, and is known for his goalscoring ability. He is also a very good passer, and is known for his ability to create chances for his teammates.
Jürgen Gronau is a very popular figure among the German media, and is often quoted in newspapers and magazines.
Jürgen Gronau retired from professional football in 2000, but has since continued to play football at a lower level. He is currently the sporting director of FC St. Pauli II.
14. Horst Haecks
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1957–1967: FC St. Pauli
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Horst Haecks was a well-known German author and journalist. He was born in Hamburg, Germany on August 12, 1936. Haecks died on July 21, 2010 after a long illness.
Haecks was a prolific author, and his work includes books, articles, and documentaries. Haecks has been praised for his journalistic work, and he has also been awarded several prizes.
Haecks is survived by his wife and two children. Horst Haecks played for German club FC St. Pauli from 1957-1967. He scored 54 goals in 214 appearances for the club. Haecks was a prolific goalscorer, and helped FC St.
Pauli to win the German Cup in 1965. He also played for the West German national team, and was part of the team that won the 1974 World Cup. Haecks retired from football in 1977. He later worked as a football coach at various clubs.
Horst Haecks was inducted into the German Football Hall of Fame in 2001. He died in 2006 at the age of 69.
15. Dietmar Demuth
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1963–1967: TuS Osdorf
- 1967–1974: FC St. Pauli
- 1974–1979: FC St. Pauli
- 1979–1983: Bayer Leverkusen
- 1983–1984: Kickers Offenbach
- 1984–1988: FC St. Pauli
- 1990–1992: FC St. Pauli II
- 1993–1995: SV Lurup
- 1999: FC St. Pauli
- 2000–2002: FC St. Pauli
- 2003–2004: Ashanti Gold SC
- 2005: Chemnitzer FC
- 2006–2007: Eintracht Braunschweig (assistant)
- 2007: Eintracht Braunschweig (caretaker)
- 2007–2012: SV Babelsberg 03
- 2013: FC Bergedorf
- 2014: Berliner AK
- 2014–2015: ZFC Meuselwitz
- 2016–2018: BSG Chemie Leipzig
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Dietmar Demuth was born in Querfurt, Bezirk Halle, East Germany in 1955. Demuth started his career as a central defender at TuS Osdorf in 1963. He moved to FC St.
Pauli in 1974 and played for the club until 1979. Demuth then played for Bayer Leverkusen from 1979 to 1983. He returned to FC St. Pauli in 1984 and played there until 1988.
During his time with FC St. Pauli, Demuth won the East German Cup in 1977 and the German Cup in 1983. Demuth also made 11 appearances for the East Germany national team. After spending twelve years with FC St.
Pauli, Demuth retired in 1988. Dietmar Demuth is currently a football analyst for Eurosport. Dietmar Demuth is a former German football player who played for clubs including FC St. Pauli II, SV Lurup and FC St.
Pauli. He notably served as assistant manager at Eintracht Braunschweig between 2007 and 2012, before joining Bergedorf in 2013.
Demuth then moved to Chemnitzer FC in 2014, before joining Meuselwitz in 2016. He was appointed manager of BSC Chemie Leipzig in 2018.
16. Rüdiger Wenzel
Fortuna Düsseldorf
Career
- 1971: VfB Lübeck
- 1971–1974: VfB Lübeck
- 1974–1975: FC St. Pauli
- 1975–1979: Eintracht Frankfurt
- 1979–1984: Fortuna Düsseldorf
- 1984–1990: FC St. Pauli
- 1977–1979: West Germany B
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Rüdiger Wenzel is a retired German football player. He played as a forward for several clubs, most notably VfB Lübeck. Wenzel made his professional debut in 1971 and went on to make over 350 appearances in the Bundesliga and 2.
Bundesliga. After retiring from playing, Wenzel moved into coaching, most notably at Lübeck. He was also briefly in charge of Hertha BSC. Wenzel was born in Lübeck in 1953. He started his football career at VfB Lübeck, making his professional debut in 1971.
He went on to make over 350 appearances in the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga. Wenzel retired from playing in 1997, after spending two years with Hertha BSC.
He then moved into coaching, most notably at Lübeck. He was also briefly in charge of Hertha BSC. Wenzel was elected to the German Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
Wenzel is married and has two children. He currently lives in Lübeck. Wenzel is a retired German football player. He played as a forward for several clubs, most notably VfB Lübeck.
Wenzel made his professional debut in 1971 and went on to make over 350 appearances in the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga. After retiring from playing, Wenzel moved into coaching, most notably at Lübeck.
He was also briefly in charge of Hertha BSC. Wenzel was elected to the German Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
17. André Trulsen
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1984–1986: SV Lurup
- 1986–1991: FC St. Pauli
- 1991–1993: 1. FC Köln
- 1993–1994: SV Lurup
- 1994–2002: FC St. Pauli
- 2002–2004: Holstein Kiel
- 2004–2005: FC St. Pauli
- 2002–2004: Holstein Kiel II
- 2004–2007: FC St. Pauli (assistant)
- 2007–2008: FC St. Pauli
- 2008–2011: FC St. Pauli (assistant)
- 2011–2012: 1899 Hoffenheim (assistant)
- 2012–2013: 1. FC Köln (assistant)
- 2015: VfB Stuttgart (assistant)
- 2017: Sportfreunde Lotte (assistant)
- 2018–2020: FC St. Pauli (assistant)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
André Trulsen is a defender and midfielder who has played for FC St. Pauli, 1. FC Köln and Hamburger SV. Trulsen started his career at Hamburger SV before moving to 1.
FC Köln in 1991. Trulsen left 1. FC Köln in 1993 to join St. Pauli. He spent six seasons at the club before retiring in 2001. Trulsen made his international debut for Germany in 1993 and went on to make 43 appearances.
Trulsen is currently the owner of a sports bar in Hamburg. Trulsen has been a coach at St. Pauli's youth academy since 2013. Trulsen was honoured with the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 2016. Trulsen is married and has two children.
Trulsen is a popular figure in Hamburg and is known for his sense of humour and big smile. André Trulsen is a former football player who most notably played for FC St. Pauli from 2002 to 2004. He then played for Holstein Kiel from 2004 to 2005, before joining FC St.
Pauli again in 2006. Trulsen was then promoted to manager of FC St. Pauli in 2008, and he remained in charge until 2011. He then had a short spell as assistant manager at 1. FC Köln, before joining Sportfreunde Lotte in 2018. Trulsen is currently assistant manager at FC St.
Pauli.
18. Christopher Buchtmann
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 2007: Hannover 96
- 2007: Borussia Dortmund
- 2008: HSC/BW Tündern
- 2008–2009: Liverpool
- 2010: Fulham
- 2010–2012: 1. FC Köln II
- 2010–2012: 1. FC Köln
- 2012–2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2013–2015: FC St. Pauli II
- 2022: VfB Oldenburg
- 2007: Germany U15
- 2007: Germany U16
- 2009: Germany U17
- 2009–2010: Germany U18
- 2010–2011: Germany U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:17, 30 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 January 2017
Buchtmann began his career at Hannover 96, before moving to Borussia Dortmund in 2008. He spent two seasons with Dortmund, before moving to Liverpool in 2009.
Buchtmann spent two seasons with Liverpool, before joining VfB Oldenburg in 2013. He has made over 180 appearances for the club, scoring 22 goals. Buchtmann is an attacking midfielder who is known for his dribbling and passing.
He has been a key player for VfB Oldenburg, helping the club to promotion to the Bundesliga in 2016. Buchtmann is a Germany international, having made his debut in 2010. He has played at the 2014 World Cup and the European Championships, both of which Germany won.
Buchtmann is a key player for Germany, and is likely to be a part of the squad for the 2018 World Cup. Christopher Buchtmann started his career at 1. FC Köln II. He transferred to FC St. Pauli in 2013 and made 190 appearances for the club. Buchtmann has also played for FC St.
Pauli II and VfB Oldenburg in Germany. Christopher Buchtmann has represented Germany at youth level. He was called up to the senior team in 2017 and made his debut against Poland.
19. Holger Stanislawski
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1993–2004: FC St. Pauli
- 2006–2007: FC St. Pauli
- 2008–2011: FC St. Pauli
- 2011–2012: TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2012–2013: 1. FC Köln
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Holger Stanislawski is a German defender who has played for several clubs in his career, most notably Hamburger SV and Borussia Dortmund.
He is widely considered one of the best defenders of his generation, and was named West German Footballer of the Year in 1997.
He retired from professional football in 2013, but made a return to the game in 2016 and continues to play for amateur side SV Lützen. Stanislawski is married and has two children.
He is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the media. In 2001, he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, but recovered and is now in good health.
Stanislawski was a member of the German national team that won the World Cup in 1990. He has also won silver and bronze medals at the European Championships. He is currently a pundit for German television channel ZDF.
20. Afeez Aremu
Career
- 2013–2014: Remo Stars
- 2014–2015: Sharks
- 2015–2016: Sunshine Stars
- 2016: Rivers United
- 2017–2018: Akwa United
- 2018–2020: IK Start
- 2020: FC St. Pauli
- 2014–2015: Nigeria U20[1]
- 2017: Nigeria
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 29 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 09:42, 31 August 2020 (UTC)
Afeez Aremu is a young Nigerian midfielder who currently plays for FC St. Pauli in the German Bundesliga. Afeez Aremu started his youth career with Remo Stars in 2013 and was highly praised for his performances.
After impressing with Remo Stars, Afeez Aremu signed with FC St. Pauli in 2016 and has been a regular in the team since.
Afeez Aremu is known for his attacking midfield play and is a key player for FC St. Pauli. Afeez Aremu is a promising young midfielder and is expected to continue his successful career.
Afeez Aremu is a Nigerian international footballer who plays as a striker for German club FC St. Pauli and the Nigeria national team.
Aremu started his professional career with Sunshine Stars in the Nigeria Premier League, and then moved to Rivers United in the A-League. Aremu signed with German club FC St.
Pauli in the summer of 2018, and has since made 49 appearances and scored four goals for the club. Aremu has also represented Nigeria at international level, notably at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics.
After impressing at the World Cup, Aremu was named in Nigeria's squad for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations.
He has since scored one goal in three appearances at the tournament, helping Nigeria finish as runners-up. Aremu is contracted to FC St.
Pauli until the summer of 2020, and is expected to play a major role in the club's Europa League campaign next season. Afeez Aremu is a prolific goalscorer, and is one of the most exciting players in German football.
21. Etienne Amenyido
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 2002–2011: Bünder SV
- 2011–2017: Borussia Dortmund
- 2017–2018: Borussia Dortmund II
- 2017: VVV-Venlo (loan)
- 2018–2021: VfL Osnabrück
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2021: FC St. Pauli II
- 2016–2017: Germany U19
- 2017: Germany U20
- 2020: Togo
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12 October 2020
Etienne Amenyido is a young forward who has played for several clubs in Germany, most notably Borussia Dortmund and FC St. Pauli. Etienne Amenyido has had a successful youth career, winning several awards and playing for the German U17 and U21 teams.
Etienne Amenyido made his professional debut in the Bundesliga for FC St. Pauli in 2017. Etienne Amenyido is a fast and skilful forward who is known for his technique and scoring ability. Etienne Amenyido is contracted to FC St. Pauli for the next two seasons.
Etienne Amenyido is an exciting young forward who is looking to establish himself in the Bundesliga and international football. Etienne Amenyido is a hard-working and committed player who is looking to continue his good form in the Bundesliga and international football.
Etienne Amenyido is a young and talented forward who is looking to establish himself in the Bundesliga and international football. Etienne Amenyido is a fast and skilful forward who is looking to establish himself in the Bundesliga and international football.
22. Ralph Gunesch
Alemannia Aachen
Career
- 1990–1994: SV 09 Baesweiler
- 1994–1997: SV Setterich
- 1997–1999: Germania Teveren
- 1999–2001: Alemannia Aachen
- 2001–2003: Alemannia Aachen
- 2003–2006: FC St. Pauli
- 2006–2007: Mainz 05
- 2007–2012: FC St. Pauli
- 2012–2015: FC Ingolstadt 04
- 2015: FC Ingolstadt 04 II
- 2001: Germany U19
- 2002: Germany U20
- 2018: FC Ingolstadt 04 II (assistant)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Ralph Gunesch is a Romanian centre-back who has played for a number of clubs in his country and in Germany. He signed for FC Ingolstadt 04 II in the summer of 2017, and has made a number of appearances for the club's reserve team.
Gunesch is a versatile defender, who is capable of playing at either centre-back or as a defensive midfielder.
He made his debut for the Romania national team in 2014, and has since made several appearances for the nation. Gunesch is a keen footballer, and has been described as an "outstanding" defender.
Ralph Gunesch is a hard-working defender, who is determined to improve his game. He is a good team player, and is known for his organisational skills.
Gunesch is a solid defender, and has a good positional sense. Ralph Gunesch is an experienced defender, who is a good defensive player and a good organisational leader.
23. Fabio Morena
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1984–1990: TSV Musberg
- 1990–1995: Stuttgarter Kickers
- 1995–1998: VfB Stuttgart
- 1999–2002: VfB Stuttgart II
- 2002–2003: Alicante
- 2003–2012: FC St. Pauli
- 2012–2013: SV Sandhausen
- 2013–2015: Hamburger SV II
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Morena began his career with TSV Musberg before joining Bundesliga side FC St. Pauli in 2008. He has played in the Bundesliga, 2. Bundesliga, and DFB-Pokal for FC St.
Pauli, as well as the UEFA Cup for Stuttgart. Morena has represented Germany at international level, and has won 19 caps. He announced his retirement from professional football in March 2017.
Morena is currently the head coach of the St. Pauli youth team. Fabio Morena is a Spanish footballer who played as a striker for teams like VfB Stuttgart and FC St. Pauli. 2. He was born on the 16th of December, 1985 in the city of Alicante.
3. Fabio Morena made his senior debut for VfB Stuttgart in the 2001-2002 season, and went on to play for the club for four seasons. 4. He then signed for FC St. Pauli in the 2012-2013 season and went on to score 15 goals in 21 appearances. 5.
Fabio Morena has also represented Spain at international level, appearing for the country in the 2007 U-20 World Cup and the 2009 European Championship. 6. He made his debut for the senior side in a friendly against Poland on the 18th of May, 2009.
24. Klaus Thomforde
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1983: SC Bremervörde
- 1983–2000: FC St. Pauli
- 2002–2003: FC St. Pauli (goalkeeping coach)
- 2003–2004: Union Berlin (GK coach)
- 2004–2010: Holstein Kiel (goalkeeping coach)
- 2005–2007: Lithuania (goalkeeping coach)
- 2006: Holstein Kiel (caretaker)
- 2006–2010: Germany U21 (goalkeeping coach)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Klaus Hinrich Thomforde was born on 1 December 1962 in Minster, Germany. He is a goalkeeper and was formerly a player with Holstein Kiel. Thomforde is currently the goalkeeping coach for Holstein Kiel.
He has made over 300 appearances in the German Bundesliga and 2 Champions League appearances. He was a part of the German national team from 1985 to 1998. He has two daughters and lives in Kiel, Germany.
Thomforde is a respected figure in the German football community and is known for his good work with the goalkeeping coach at Holstein Kiel. He is a popular figure in the Minster area and is often seen out and about with his family.
He is a respected member of the German football community and is often consulted by other goalkeepers.
Klaus Thomforde is a well-known German football coach and goalkeeper coach. He has worked with several clubs, both in his native country and abroad, and has been involved in many top-level tournaments.
Thomforde has a long and successful coaching career and has worked with some of the country's biggest teams, including SC Bremervörde, FC St. Pauli, Union Berlin, and Holstein Kiel.
He has a wealth of experience and is highly respected in the German football scene. Thomforde was appointed goalkeeping coach for the German U21 team in 2006, and he later managed the team in a caretaker capacity.
He is currently the goalkeeper coach at Germany's top division side Holstein Kiel.
25. Dirk Dammann
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 1990–1999: FC St. Pauli
Dirk Dammann was born on 14 August 1967 in Stade, West Germany. He is a defender and played for several clubs in his career, most notably Werder Bremen and Borussia Dortmund.
Dammann was a part of the Germany national team for many years, and he was a part of the team that won the World Cup in 2006.
He retired from professional football in 2013. Dammann started his career with Werder Bremen in 1991, and he played there for eight seasons before moving to Borussia Dortmund in 2000.
He spent six seasons with Dortmund, helping them to win the Bundesliga title in 2001, 2003, and 2005. He also won the German Cup with Dortmund in 2003 and the DFB-Pokal in 2005.
Dammann made his international debut for Germany in 1988, and he went on to play 106 total international matches, scoring three goals.
He was part of the Germany team that won the World Cup in 2006, and he also played in the 2010 and 2014 World Cups. He retired from international football in 2016.
Dammann has been a part of the coaching staff of Dortmund since 2013, and he has also been a part of the coaching staff of the Germany national team since 2014.
He was appointed manager of the Germany national team in November 2018, but he resigned from the position in April 2019. Dammann is a devout Christian, and he has spoken about his faith in the media.
He has said that his faith motivates him to continue playing football at a high level. Dammann is married to Ilona, and the couple has two children.
He is a father to two children and a grandfather to six children. Dammann is a popular figure in the German football community, and he has been praised for his defensive play and his leadership skills.
He has been named the best defender of the 2000s by German magazine Kicker. Dammann is a popular figure in the Dortmund community, and he has been praised for his dedication to his club and his work with the youth academy.
He has also been praised for his charity work, and he has donated money to several charities over the years.
Dammann is a popular figure in the German football community, and he is widely considered to be one of the best defenders of the 2000s. He is also widely considered to be one of
26. André Golke
Career
- 1983: Hamburger SV
- 1983–1991: FC St. Pauli
- 1991–1992: 1. FC Nürnberg
- 1992–1993: VfB Stuttgart
- 1993–1995: 1. FC Nürnberg
- 1995–1998: VfB Lübeck
- 1997–1998: VfB Lübeck
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Golke was born in Hamburg, West Germany in 1964. He started his career at Hausbruch-Neugrabener Turnerschaft. He then moved to Hamburger SV and made his Bundesliga debut in 1986.
He played for Hamburger SV until 1995. He then joined 1. FC Köln and played for them until 2003. He then moved to 1. FSV Mainz 05 and played for them until 2006. He then retired from professional football.
Golke has played for the West German national team. He is currently a football coach. Andre Golke was born on December 21, 1966 in Frankfurt, Germany. He began his playing career with Hamburger SV in 1983. He made 205 appearances with FC St.
Pauli from 1991 to 1992. He then moved to 1. FC Nürnberg where he made 62 appearances from 1993 to 1995. He then moved to VfB Lübeck where he made 63 appearances from 1997 to 1998. He retired from playing in 1998. He then began his managerial career with VfB Lübeck.
He left VfB Lübeck in 2000. He then began his managerial career with 1. FC Kaiserslautern in 2000.
27. Leart Paqarada
SV Sandhausen
Career
- 1998–2003: Werder Bremen
- 2003–2012: Bayer Leverkusen
- 2012–2014: Bayer Leverkusen II
- 2014–2020: SV Sandhausen
- 2020: FC St. Pauli
- 2009–2010: Germany U16
- 2010–2011: Germany U17
- 2013: Albania U21
- 2014: Kosovo
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 September 2022
Leart Paqarada joined FC St. Pauli in 2017 from SV Sandhausen. He has been a regular left-back for the club since then, and has made 34 appearances in all competitions.
Paqarada has also represented Germany at under-21 level, and was part of the team that won the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. He is a fast and hard-working defender, who is known for his strong tackles and strong defending.
Paqarada is also a capable attacking player, and has scored one goal in all competitions for St. Pauli. He is a product of the St. Pauli youth system, and is set to become a key player for the club in the future. Leart Paqarada started his career with Werder Bremen, spending six years with the Bundesliga side.
In 2012, he moved to Bayer Leverkusen, where he spent three years before joining SV Sandhausen. In 2020, he joined FC St. Pauli.
He has made 28 appearances for the Albania national team, scoring one goal. Leart Paqarada is a midfielder who is known for his passing ability and work rate. He is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position.
Leart Paqarada is likely to retire after the 2020 season. Leart Paqarada is a hard-working player who is always looking for the ball. He is a popular player among his team-mates and fans, and is highly respected for his footballing ability.
28. Lukas Daschner
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 2013: Schalke 04
- 2013–2017: MSV Duisburg
- 2017–2020: MSV Duisburg
- 2020: FC St. Pauli
- 2022: FC St. Pauli II
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023
Lukas Daschner is a 24-year-old German midfielder who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Daschner started his career with local side Duisburg before moving to Bundesliga side Schalke 04 in 2016.
However, Daschner was loaned back to Schalke 04 in January of 2017 after making just one appearance for St. Pauli. Daschner made his Bundesliga debut for St. Pauli in a 2-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt on 10 April 2017.
Daschner has made 11 appearances for St. Pauli this season, scoring one goal. Daschner is a versatile midfielder who can play as either a central or attacking midfielder. Daschner is known for his creativity and passing ability, as well as his powerful shots from distance.
Daschner is a Germany youth international, having made appearances for the under-21 team. Daschner is likely to remain with St. Pauli for the remainder of the season, before joining Bundesliga side Hoffenheim in the summer.
29. Marcel Beifus
Career
- 2017: VfL Hockenheim
- 2017–2018: VfL Wolfsburg
- 2017–2021: VfL Wolfsburg II
- 2021: FC St. Pauli II
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2019: Germany U17
- 2020: Germany U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10:51, 4 October 2021 (UTC)
Marcel Beifus is a 20-year-old centre-back who currently plays for FC St. Pauli in the German Bundesliga. He began his career at MTV Wolfenbüttel, before moving to FC St.
Pauli in 2016. Beifus has made eight appearances for the German national team, and represented his country at the U20 European Championship in 2017. He is known for his powerful shot and strong tackling, and is a key part of St.
Pauli's defence. Beifus is a product of the Wolfenbüttel academy, and has also played for Germany at under-17 and under-19 level.
He is a capped youth international, and is regarded as one of Germany's brightest young defenders. Beifus is a calm and composed centre-back, who is known for his leadership on the pitch.
He is a versatile defender, who can play at either centre-back or left-back. Beifus is likely to be a major player for St. Pauli for years to come.
30. Jakov Medić
NK Istra 1961
Career
- 2007-2009: Kustošija
- 2009-2012: HAŠK
- 2012–2015: Hrvatski Dragovoljac
- 2015–2016: Zagreb
- 2016–2017: Istra 1961
- 2017: Istra 1961
- 2017: Lučko
- 2017–2018: Vinogradar
- 2018–2019: 1. FC Nürnberg II
- 2018–2021: 1. FC Nürnberg
- 2019–2021: SV Wehen Wiesbaden (loan)
- 2021: SV Wehen Wiesbaden
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2022: Croatia U23
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 January 2023
Jakov Medić is a Croatian footballer who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. He began his career with Croatian side Kustošija before moving to German side HAŠK in 2009.
Medić then spent two seasons with Hrvatski Dragovoljac before joining Croatian side Zagreb in 2015. Medić has made over 100 appearances for Zagreb, scoring five goals.
Medić is a defensive midfielder who is known for his great stamina and defensive abilities. Medić is a member of the Croatian national team and has made one appearance for them.
He is a regular starter for Zagreb and is likely to feature in Croatia's upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Jakov Medić is a young player with a lot of potential and is likely to continue improving over the next few years.
Medić started his senior career at hometown club Istra 1961. He then moved to Lučko and played one season there. He then signed with German side 1. FC Nürnberg II for the 2017–2018 season. He then moved to 1. FC Nürnberg but spent the entire 2018–2019 season on loan to SV Wehen Wiesbaden.
Medić then moved to FC St. Pauli for the 2019–2021 season. He has played for Croatia U23 in one international appearance. Medić is a goalscorer and is expected to have a big future with FC St. Pauli.
31. Eric Smith
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 2002–2014: Halmstads BK
- 2014–2015: Halmstads BK
- 2016–2018: IFK Norrköping
- 2018–2021: Gent
- 2019: Tromsø (loan)
- 2020: IFK Norrköping (loan)
- 2021: FC St. Pauli (loan)
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2013–2014: Sweden U17
- 2014–2015: Sweden U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 February 2023
Eric Smith is a midfielder for FC St. Pauli and was born in Sweden. Eric Smith has played for a number of youth teams, including FC St. Pauli, IFK Göteborg, and IF Brommapojkarna.
Eric Smith made his debut for FC St. Pauli in the 2015/16 season. Eric Smith is known for his attacking play and is a key player for FC St. Pauli. Eric Smith is expected to be a key part of the Sweden national team in the future.
Eric Smith is a versatile defender who can play at either left back or left midfield. Eric Smith has represented Sweden at both U17 and U19 levels and has been a regular in the squad. Eric Smith has made 34 appearances for FC St. Pauli in all competitions, as well as playing 11 times on loan at Tromsø.
Eric Smith is a valuable member of the Halmstads BK squad and is likely to be a part of their future. Eric Smith is a versatile defender who can play at either left back or left midfield and is likely to continue to represent Sweden in the future.
32. Luca Zander
SV Werder Bremen II
Career
- 2000–2006: SC Weyhe
- 2006–2014: Werder Bremen
- 2013–2019: Werder Bremen II
- 2014–2019: Werder Bremen
- 2017–2019: FC St. Pauli (loan)
- 2019: FC St. Pauli
- 2009: Germany U15
- 2011: Germany U17
- 2015: Germany U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 January 2017
Luca Zander is a full-back who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. He made his professional debut in the 2. Bundesliga in 2016. Luca Zander was born in Germany in 1995.
He played for several youth teams before making his professional debut for FC St. Pauli in the 2. Bundesliga in 2016. Luca Zander is a versatile full-back who can play in both defence and midfield.
He is known for his accurate passing and strong attacking play. Luca Zander is expected to be a key player for FC St. Pauli in the 2018-19 season. He is a promising young full-back with a bright future.
Luca Zander is a versatile player who can play in several positions on the field. Luca Zander has experience playing in both the Bundesliga and the Europa League. Luca Zander is often called upon to provide backup for Werder Bremen's starting eleven.
Luca Zander has been capped by Germany at U-20 level. Luca Zander is a hard worker who is always looking to contribute to his team. Luca Zander is a versatile player who can play in several positions on the field. Luca Zander is a fast player who can cover a lot of ground on the field.
Luca Zander is a hard worker who is always looking to contribute to his team. Luca Zander is a versatile player who can play in several positions on the field.
33. Hans-Jürgen Bargfrede
Career
- 1978–1979: Werder Bremen
- 1978–1981: Werder Bremen II
- 1981–1990: FC St. Pauli
- 1990: Preußen Münster
- 2010–2015: FC St. Pauli youth
- 2015–2018: TuS Heeslingen
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Hans-Jürgen Bargfrede is a German football player who played for Bayern Munich, Schalke 04, Borussia Dortmund and MSV Duisburg.
Hans-Jürgen Bargfrede started his club career with Bayern Munich in the early 1980s and went on to make over 300 appearances for the Bavarians.
He then moved to Schalke 04 and made over 200 appearances for the Gelsenkirchen club before being sold to Borussia Dortmund in 2005.
He spent two seasons at Dortmund before ending his career with MSV Duisburg. Hans-Jürgen Bargfrede was a member of the Germany national team and made over 60 appearances for his country.
He has been awarded with the German Footballer of the Year award in 1995 and the German Footballer of the Year award for midfielders in 2004. Hans-Jürgen Bargfrede is currently the sporting director at Bundesliga side FC Ingolstadt 04.
34. Adam Dźwigała
C.D. Aves
Career
- 2010: KS Wesoła
- 2010–2011: Mazur Karczew
- 2011: Łódzki KS (loan)
- 2012: Jagiellonia Białystok
- 2011: Mazur Karczew
- 2012–2014: Jagiellonia Białystok
- 2014–2017: Lechia Gdańsk
- 2015–2016: Górnik Zabrze (loan)
- 2016–2017: Górnik Łęczna (loan)
- 2017–2019: Wisła Płock
- 2019–2020: Aves
- 2020: St. Pauli
- 2012–2013: Poland U18
- 2014–2015: Poland U20
- 2015: Poland U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 29 January 2023
Adam Dźwigała started his career at Wisła Płock, before moving on to play for Mazur Karczew and then Łódzki KS on loan. Dźwigała has been a regular for St.
Pauli since the start of the 2016/17 season, and has made 34 appearances in all competitions. Adam Dźwigała is a centre-back and is known for his accurate passing and good tackling.
Adam Dźwigała is a Polish footballer who plays for St. Pauli. Dźwigała started his career at Mazur Karczew before joining Jagiellonia Białystok in 2012. Dźwigała made 47 appearances for Wisła Płock in the Polish top division, before moving to St.
Pauli in the German Bundesliga in 2020. Dźwigała has represented Poland at U-18, U-20, and U-21 level. Dźwigała is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing ability. Dźwigała is a natural left-footed player who can also play as a centre-back.
Dźwigała is a product of the Youth Academy at Mazur Karczew. Dźwigała is a Polish international and has made one appearance for the senior team. Dźwigała is a versatile midfielder who is likely to be a key player for St. Pauli in the future.
35. Manolis Saliakas
Chania FC
Career
- 2013: Ergotelis
- 2013–2014: Olympiacos
- 2014–2019: Olympiacos
- 2016–2017: Karmiotissa (loan)
- 2017–2019: Chania (loan)
- 2019–2020: Lamia
- 2020–2022: PAS Giannina
- 2022–: FC St. Pauli
- 2011–2013: Greece U17
- 2013–2014: Greece U18
- 2014–2015: Greece U19
- 2015–2018: Greece U21
- 2021: Greece
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 September 2021
Manolis Saliakas is a 26-year-old right-back currently playing for FC St. Pauli. He began his youth career with Ergotelis before moving to Olympiacos in 2013.
Saliakas made his professional debut for Olympiacos in 2016. Manolis Saliakas is a versatile defender who can play at right-back or in a more advanced midfield role.
He is a quick and strong defender with good passing and crossing ability. Manolis Saliakas is a key player for FC St. Pauli and is in the running for the club's captaincy.
He has helped the club avoid relegation in each of the past two seasons and is a key part of the team's plans for the future. Manolis Saliakas is a member of the Greece national football team and has made one appearance for the country.
He is expected to be a key part of the Greece squad for the 2018 World Cup. Manolis Saliakas is married and has two children. He is a devout Catholic and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.
36. Betim Fazliji
Career
- 2004–2014: FC Rebstein
- 2012–2014: FC Altstätten (loan)
- 2014–2017: St. Gallen
- 2017–2019: St. Gallen U21
- 2019–2022: St. Gallen
- 2022–: St. Pauli
- 2019: Switzerland U20
- 2020: Kosovo
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 June 2021
Betim Fazliji is a 23-year-old centre-back who currently plays for St. Pauli in the Bundesliga. Fazliji started his career at FC Rebstein before moving to St.
Pauli in 2014. Fazliji has made 73 appearances for St. Pauli, scoring two goals. Fazliji has represented FR Yugoslavia at youth level. Betim Fazliji is a hard-working and consistent defender who is sure to feature for St.
Pauli for a long time to come. Betim Fazliji is a Swiss footballer who currently plays for St. Pauli. Betim began his career at FC Altstätten, before joining St. Gallen in 2014. He made his senior debut for St. Gallen in 2017 and has since played 87 games for the club.
Betim has played for the Swiss national team on two occasions, both of which have been appearances in UEFA Euro qualifiers.
Betim is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his strong defensive play. He is likely to be a key player for St. Pauli in the coming seasons, and could be a good option for those looking to invest in the Bundesliga.
Betim is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position, making him a valuable asset to any team. He has a good work rate and is always looking to make a contribution to the team. Betim is a player with a lot of potential and is likely to improve further over the coming years.
37. David Otto
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 2017–2019: 1899 Hoffenheim II
- 2017–2022: 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2019–2021: 1. FC Heidenheim (loan)
- 2021–2022: Jahn Regensburg (loan)
- 2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2016: Germany U18
- 2017: Germany U19
- 2018: Germany U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 January 2023
David Otto is a German forward who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Otto made his senior debut with 1. FC 08 Birkenfeld in 2013, before spending two seasons with 1899 Hoffenheim.
In 2017, Otto joined FC St. Pauli and has since made 31 appearances in the Bundesliga, scoring two goals. Otto is also a part of the German national team, having made his debut in March 2018.
Otto is known for his pace, strength and dribbling ability, and is considered a promising young forward. Otto is hopeful of representing Germany at the international level for many years to come.
Otto is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game. Otto is a popular figure with his fans, who appreciate his effort and passion on the pitch. Otto is a promising young forward with a bright future.
38. Dennis Smarsch
Hertha BSC
Career
- 2010: Reinickendorfer Füchse
- 2010–2017: Hertha BSC
- 2017–2020: Hertha BSC
- 2017–2020: Hertha BSC II
- 2020: FC St. Pauli
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 August 2022
Dennis Smarsch was born in Berlin, Germany on January 14, 1999. Dennis is a goalkeeper and currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Dennis made his professional debut with FC St.
Pauli in 2016. Dennis has represented Germany at youth levels. Dennis is a promising goalkeeper and is expected to play an important role for FC St. Pauli in the future. Dennis Smarsch is a former German footballer who played as a defensive midfielder.
He started his career with SC Borsigwalde 1910, before joining Reinickendorfer Füchse in 2010. He made his debut for Hertha BSC in the 2010–11 season, and spent four seasons with the club. He signed for FC St. Pauli in 2017, and played for them until 2020.
He retired from professional football in 2020, after playing for FC St. Pauli. He has represented Germany at youth level, and made one appearance for the senior team. Dennis Smarsch is currently a scout for Hertha BSC.
39. David Nemeth
Career
- 2018–2020: SV Mattersburg II
- 2018–2020: SV Mattersburg
- 2020: Mainz 05 II
- 2021–2022: Mainz 05
- 2020–2021: Sturm Graz (loan)
- 2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2018–2019: Austria U-18
- 2019: Austria U-19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 4 September 2020
David Nemeth was born on 18 March 2001 in Eisenstadt, Austria. David is a defender and currently plays for FC St. Pauli. David has made several appearances for the Austria national team.
David started his senior career at Sturm Graz. David made his professional debut for Sturm Graz in a 2-1 defeat to Red Bull Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga. David signed for FC St. Pauli in the summer of 2016.
David has made 25 appearances for FC St. Pauli so far in the German Bundesliga. David has represented Austria at under-17, under-19 and under-21 level. David is a hard-working defender who is solid in the air and good at reading the game.
David Nemeth is a Hungarian footballer who plays for German club Mainz 05 II. He has also played for Hungarian club Mattersburg and Austrian club Austria U-18.
Nemeth made his debut for Hungary in a 2019 World Cup qualifier against the Faroe Islands in October 2018 and has since played in two further World Cup qualifiers.
Nemeth has also played for Hungary at youth level and was part of the team that won the 2013 U-17 European Championship. Nemeth made his debut for Mainz 05 II in February 2019 and has since made 25 appearances for the club.
Nemeth has been loaned out to Austrian club Sturm Graz and German club FC St. Pauli. He has played 28 games for Sturm Graz and 8 for FC St.
Pauli. Nemeth is currently Hungary's captain and has represented his country at youth level and at the World Cup.
40. Carlo Boukhalfa
Career
- 2012: PTSV Jahn Freiburg
- 2012–2018: SC Freiburg
- 2018–2021: SC Freiburg II
- 2020–2022: SC Freiburg
- 2021–2022: Jahn Regensburg (loan)
- 2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2022: FC St. Pauli II
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:34, 10 November 2022 (UTC)
Carlo Boukhalfa is a German footballer who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Boukhalfa started his career with TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, before moving to St.
Pauli in 2016. Boukhalfa has represented Germany at youth levels, and made his debut for the senior team in March 2018. Boukhalfa is known for his excellent technical ability and passing ability, which has seen him linked with a number of top clubs.
Boukhalfa is a versatile midfielder who can play in any of the midfield positions. Boukhalfa is expected to play a significant role for St. Pauli in the upcoming season. Boukhalfa is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the field.
Boukhalfa is a talented young player who is destined for great things in the future. Carlo Boukhalfa is a versatile midfielder who can play in any of the midfield positions.
41. Jannes Wieckhoff
Career
- 2012: Hamburger SV
- 2012–2019: FC St. Pauli
- 2019: FC St. Pauli II
- 2020: FC St. Pauli
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023
Jannes Wieckhoff is a young German right-back who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Jannes started his career with SV Pinneberg before moving to FC St. Pauli in 2017.
Jannes is known for his aggressive playing style and has already made a name for himself in the Bundesliga. Jannes is expected to continue his development with FC St. Pauli and is likely to become a key player for the club in the future.
Jannes is a young player with a lot of potential and is likely to become a star in the Bundesliga. Jannes Wieckhoff is a German footballer who, as of February 2019, plays for FC St. Pauli II in the German Regionalliga Nord.
Wieckhoff made his professional debut with Hamburger SV in 2012, and played for the club until 2019.
He then signed with FC St. Pauli, where he has played since 2020. Wieckhoff has made 29 appearances and scored 2 goals in the German Regionalliga Nord.
He is a midfielder who is known for his passing and creativity. Wieckhoff is a product of the Hamburger SV youth system, and has represented the club at youth level. He is a free agent at the age of 28.
Wieckhoff is a German international, having made one appearance for the national team in 2018. He is a likely candidate for a call-up to the senior national team in the future.
42. Lars Ritzka
Career
- 2014: TSV Limmer
- 2014–2017: Hannover 96
- 2017–2019: Hannover 96 II
- 2019–2021: SC Verl
- 2021: FC St. Pauli
- 2021: FC St. Pauli II
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:02, 9 November 2022 (UTC)
Lars Ritzka is a left-back who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Ritzka has represented Germany at youth level, and has made one appearance for the senior team.
He is a versatile player, capable of playing in a number of positions. Ritzka is a hard-working defender, who is determined to help his team achieve success. He is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is likely to continue developing in the future.
Ritzka is a popular player with the fans, who appreciate his determination and work ethic. He is likely to be a key player for FC St. Pauli in the future. Lars Ritzka is a German-born professional footballer who currently plays for SC Verl in the 2. Bundesliga.
Ritzka made his professional debut with Hannover 96 in 2014 and has since featured for their II team. He has also played for SC Verl II and FC St. Pauli, the latter of which he joined on a permanent basis in 2019.
Ritzka has represented Germany at youth level, making two appearances for the Under-19s in 2016. He is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a winger.
Ritzka is hopeful of continuing his career in the Bundesliga and is looking to score goals for SC Verl this season.
He is a hard-working player who is always looking to get his team forward. Ritzka is a popular figure among his teammates and is a popular figure with the fans.
He is a dedicated player who is always looking to improve his game.
43. Sascha Burchert
FC St. Pauli
Career
- 2002: Wartenberger SV
- 2002–2007: Hertha BSC
- 2007–2016: Hertha BSC II
- 2009–2016: Hertha BSC
- 2015: Vålerenga (loan)
- 2016–2022: Greuther Fürth
- 2022: FC St. Pauli
- 2007–2009: Germany U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:13, 8 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 September 2009
Sascha Burchert is a goalkeeper who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Burchert began his career with Hertha BSC before moving to FC St. Pauli in 2011. Burchert made his debut for the East German national team in 2009.
Burchert has been a regular for the East Germans and was part of their squad for the 2014 World Cup. Burchert is known for his strong shot-stopping ability and is a fan favourite at FC St. Pauli. Burchert is married and has two children.
Burchert is a member of the East German national team and is hoping to join the German national team in the future. Burchert is a goalkeeper who is known for his strong shot-stopping ability and is a fan favourite at FC St. Pauli.
Sascha Burchert started his senior career at Hertha Berlin before joining up with Hertha BSC II in 2007. He made 138 appearances for Greuther Fürth over the course of six seasons before joining FC St. Pauli in 2022.
Sascha Burchert represented Germany at U21 level, but didn't make any appearances. Sascha Burchert is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at both centre-back or right-back.
He has been a regular for FC St. Pauli this season and has helped the club reach the DFB-Pokal final. Sascha Burchert is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a defensive shift.
He is calm and composed on the pitch, and is a perfect example of a "professional footballer". Sascha Burchert is a fierce competitor who is always looking to win. He is a popular member of the St. Pauli squad, and is well-known for his infectious personality.
Sascha Burchert is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at both centre-back and right-back, and is a perfect example of a "professional footballer".
44. Thomas Meggle
F.C. Hansa Rostock
Career
- 1993: FC Augsburg
- 1993–1994: TSV Schwaben Augsburg
- 1994–1997: FC Starnberg
- 1997–1999: FC St. Pauli
- 1999–2000: 1860 Munich
- 2000–2002: FC St. Pauli
- 2002–2005: FC Hansa Rostock
- 2005–2010: FC St. Pauli
- 2011–2013: FC St. Pauli (Assistant)
- 2012: FC St. Pauli
- 2013–2014: FC St. Pauli II
- 2014: FC St. Pauli
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Thomas Meggle started his career at SF Harteck München before moving on to Wacker München. He made his debut for FC Augsburg in 1993 and went on to make 293 appearances for the club.
Meggle joined TSV Schwaben Augsburg in 1994 and played for them until 1996. He then had a short spell with Werder Bremen, before signing for Eintracht Frankfurt in 1998. Meggle played for Frankfurt for seven years until he retired in 2004.
He then had a short spell with MSV Duisburg before retiring in 2008. In total, Meggle made 563 appearances in the Bundesliga and 2 in the Champions League. He has since been working as a football coach. Thomas Meggle is a former German international and played at the 1998 World Cup.
Thomas Meggle was born in 1974 and started playing football at an early age. He started his career at FC Starnberg before transferring to FC St. Pauli in 1997. He enjoyed a successful playing career at both FC St. Pauli and FC Hansa Rostock, winning honours including two German Cup titles.
In 2011, he became assistant manager at FC St. Pauli and was in charge when they reached the German Cup final in 2013. He left FC St. Pauli in 2014 to take up a new managerial role with FC St. Pauli II. He is currently manager of FC St. Pauli.
45. Ingo Porges
Career
- 1955–1968: FC St. Pauli
- 1960: West Germany
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Ingo Porges is a retired German football midfielder. He played for Hamburger SV, Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich among other clubs.
Porges is a two-time Bundesliga champion with Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich, as well as a two-time DFB-Pokal winner with Werder Bremen.
He was capped 78 times for the Germany national side, scoring six goals. Porges was named the German Footballer of the Year in 1976 and 1977. He retired from professional football in 1988. Porges is the father of German international defender Philipp Lahm. He has been a commentator for German television since 2010.
Ingo Porges was born on 22 August 1938 in Hamburg, Germany. He has since retired from professional football and commentates for German television. Ingo Porges was a highly-rated defender who played for several clubs during his senior career.
Porges was a member of the West German national team for one year, and he made one appearance. Porges is most remembered for his time with FC St. Pauli, where he played for nine seasons and made over 200 appearances.
After his playing career was over, Porges became a coach and worked with several clubs. Porges passed away in 2018 at the age of 82.
46. Karol Mets
Estonia national football team
Career
- 2003–2009: Tulevik
- 2011: Flora
- 2009–2010: Tulevik II
- 2010: Warrior
- 2010–2014: Flora
- 2011–2012: Flora II
- 2014–2017: Viking
- 2017–2019: NAC Breda
- 2019–2020: AIK
- 2020–2021: Al-Ettifaq
- 2021–2022: CSKA Sofia
- 2022: Zürich
- 2023: St. Pauli (loan)
- 2009: Estonia U17
- 2010: Estonia U18
- 2010–2012: Estonia U19
- 2012–2014: Estonia U21
- 2013: Estonia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21 December 2022
Mets was born in Estonia in 1993 and started his career playing for local side Tulevik. In 2009, he moved to Sweden and joined Tulevik II. In 2010, he moved to Sweden's top club Flora and made 36 appearances over two seasons.
In 2012, Mets moved to Switzerland and joined Zürich. He joined St. Pauli on loan in 2017 and made his Bundesliga debut in February 2018. Mets is currently playing for St. Pauli in the Bundesliga. He has made 51 appearances for Zürich and Flora combined.
Mets is a centre-back and defensive midfielder. He is 29 years old and has represented Estonia at U21 level.
Karol Mets is a Polish professional footballer who plays as a forward for Dutch club St. Pauli and the Poland national team. Karol started his career with hometown club Korona Kielce, before joining Dutch side Heerenveen in 2016.
He was called up to Poland's national team for the first time in March 2018, and made his debut a few months later. He has so far scored five goals for Poland, including a crucial goal in their World Cup qualifying campaign.
Karol is known for his powerful and accurate striking ability, and is a popular player with the fans. Karol is also a very hard worker, and is often the first player on the pitch.
He is contracted to St. Pauli until the end of the 2020 season. Karol is a fierce competitor, and is always looking to help his team win.
Final Words
FC St. Pauli is a German football club based in Hamburg’s iconic St. Pauli district. Founded in 1919, the club has played in the Bundesliga since it was established in 1963.
The club’s best known players include Lothar Matthäus, Uli Hoeness, Franz Beckenbauer, and Jürgen Klinsmann.
