50 Sc Freiburg Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

SC Freiburg is a German football club based in the city of Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg. Founded in 1904, the club has experienced success in regional competitions and has been playing in the Bundesliga since 2016.

The team has a passionate fanbase and plays its home games at the newly built Europa-Park Stadion, where they strive to achieve excellence on the pitch.

With a commitment to youth development and a focus on entertaining football, SC Freiburg has become a respected force in German football.

Table of Contents

1. Nico Schlotterbeck

Defender

Nico Schlotterbeck Career

  • 2015: VfR Aalen
  • 2015–2017: Karlsruher SC
  • 2017–2018: SC Freiburg
  • 2018–2020: SC Freiburg II
  • 2019–2022: SC Freiburg
  • 2020–2021: Union Berlin (loan)
  • 2022: Borussia Dortmund
  • 2017: Germany U18
  • 2017–2018: Germany U19
  • 2018: Germany U20
  • 2019–2021: Germany U21
  • 2022: Germany

Nico Schlotterbeck is a German centre-back who currently plays for Borussia Dortmund. He made his debut in the Bundesliga during the 2018–19 season. 

Nico Schlotterbeck was born on 1 December 1999 in Waiblingen, Germany and started playing football at an early age with local team VfR Aalen.

In 2017, he moved to SC Freiburg where he played 25 games over two seasons before joining BVB in 2018. 

With SC Freiburg II, he has won promotion to the Bundesliga this season and is looking forward to continuing his career in one of Europe's top leagues next year. 

Nico Schlotterbeck is a versatile attacker who can play in any offensive position.

He started his career at SC Freiburg, before moving to Union Berlin on loan in 2016. After impressing with Germany's U19 side, he was called up to the senior team for their Euro 2020 qualifiers and has since been a regular starter. 

With 13 goals in 33 appearances for the Under-21s, Nico is one of the most prolific scorers at this level and looks set to make an impact on the national team soon.

His versatility makes him difficult to defend against and he will be looking to continue his impressive form with Germany's senior squad during 2022 World Cup qualification campaign.

Also Played For: borussia dortmund, germany

2. Florian Niederlechner

Forward

Florian Niederlechner Career

  • 1860 Munich
  • 2008: TSV Ebersberg
  • 2008–2010: FC Falke Markt Schwaben
  • 2010–2011: FC Ismaning
  • 2011–2013: SpVgg Unterhaching
  • 2013–2015: 1. FC Heidenheim
  • 2015–2017: Mainz 05
  • 2016–2017: SC Freiburg (loan)
  • 2017–2019: SC Freiburg
  • 2019: FC Augsburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 6 January 2022

Florian Niederlechner is a forward for FC Augsburg. He was born in Germany on 24 October 1990, and started his career with SV Hohenlinden before moving to SC Freiburg in 2017.

Florian has had an impressive start to the season, scoring four goals in seven appearances so far this campaign. 

He is also a regular for the German national team, having made thirteen appearances since making his debut back in 2016.

Florian will be looking to continue his good form when FC Augsburg take on Eintracht Frankfurt this weekend Florian Niederlechner began his senior career with FC Falke Markt Schwaben in 2008. He spent two seasons at FC Ismaning before signing for SC Freiburg in 2013.

In 2015, he joined Mainz 05 on a season-long loan and then moved to Augsburg the following year. Niederlechner has made 72 appearances for SC Freiburg across all competitions and scored 21 goals during his time there.

Also Played For: fc augsburg

3. Daniel Caligiuri

Midfielder

Daniel Caligiuri Career

  • 1995–2001: BSV 07 Schwenningen
  • 2001–2005: SV Zimmern
  • 2005–2007: SC Freiburg
  • 2007–2011: SC Freiburg II
  • 2009–2013: SC Freiburg
  • 2013–2017: VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2017–2020: Schalke 04
  • 2020: FC Augsburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 February 2021

Daniel Caligiuri started his professional football career with SC Villingen-Schwenningen in the German 2. Bundesliga before he joined FC Augsburg in 2009.

Daniel has represented Germany at under-21 level and helped them to qualify for Euro 2008, where they reached the semi-finals. 

In 2012, he was voted player of the year by both fans and teammates alike after helping FC Augsburg win promotion to the Bundesliga as champions of 3.

Liga North Division 1. He made his full international debut against Sweden on 10 November 2011 and played a part in Germany's successful run at UEFA European Championship 2013.

Which saw them reach the final where they were narrowly beaten by Spain Daniel Caligiuri is a versatile and exciting attacking player who has spent the majority of his career playing in Germany.

Daniel Caligiuri first caught the eye of football fans when he starred for BSV 07 Schwenningen as a youngster, before moving on to SV Zimmern and SC Freiburg. In 2007, Daniel Caligiuri joined SC Freiburg II and made an immediate impact.

He helped them to promotion to the Bundesliga in his debut season with the club. 

After two seasons at SC Freiburg II, Daniel moved onto VfL Wolfsburg where he enjoyed great success over a seven-year spell, winning back-to-back Bundesliga titles in 2013 and 2014 as well as reaching the Champions League semi finals in 2015/16.

In 2017, after eight years at VfL Wolfsburg, Daniel signed for Schalke 04 where he has continued his impressive form – tallying 108 appearances and 17 goals during his time there so far. 

Finally, this summer (February 2021), it was announced that Daniel would move on from Schalke 04 – joining FC Augsburg on a five-year deal.

4. Michael Gregoritsch

Forward

Michael Gregoritsch Career

  • 2001–2008: Grazer AK
  • 2008–2010: Kapfenberger SV
  • 2009–2011: Kapfenberger SV II
  • 2010–2011: Kapfenberger SV
  • 2011–2015: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2011–2012: Kapfenberger SV II (loan)
  • 2011–2012: Kapfenberger SV (loan)
  • 2012–2013: 1899 Hoffenheim II
  • 2013–2014: FC St. Pauli II (loan)
  • 2013–2014: FC St. Pauli (loan)
  • 2014–2015: VfL Bochum (loan)
  • 2015: VfL Bochum
  • 2015–2017: Hamburger SV
  • 2017–2022: FC Augsburg
  • 2019–2020: Schalke 04 (loan)
  • 2022: SC Freiburg
  • 2010: Austria U16
  • 2011: Austria U17
  • 2011–2016: Austria U21
  • 2016: Austria
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:21, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Michael Gregoritsch is a 28-year-old Austrian winger who currently plays for SC Freiburg. He started his career with Grazer AK in 2001, before moving to Kapfenberger SV the following year.

In 2010, he joined SC Freiburg and has since made over 100 appearances for the club in all competitions. Michael Gregoritsch is known for his speed and attacking play, which has seen him score 10 goals in 101 Bundesliga games so far.

He was part of Austria's squad at the 2014 World Cup but did not feature in any matches as they were eliminated at the group stage after losing against Uruguay and Costa Rica respectively. Gregoritsch began his footballing career at the age of six, playing for local side Kapfenberger SV.

He made his professional debut with Hoffenheim in 2011, and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Bundesliga rivals Schalke 04 on loan in 2019. 

With Austria, he has won 29 senior international caps and scored seven goals. His most recent appearance was in a 2018 World Cup qualifier against Sweden.

Gregoritsch is known as an efficient midfield playmaker with strong passing skills; he often sets up teammates for scoring chances or creates opportunities from defense- splitting passes into dangerous areas of the pitch. 

In July 2022, he signed a contract extension with FC Augsburg that will keep him at the club until 2023.

5. Maximilian Eggestein

Midfielder

Maximilian Eggestein Career

  • 2011: TSV Havelse
  • 2011–2014: Werder Bremen
  • 2014–2017: Werder Bremen II
  • 2014–2021: Werder Bremen
  • 2021: SC Freiburg
  • 2015: Germany U20
  • 2017–2019: Germany U21

Maximilian Eggestein is a German footballer who currently plays for SC Freiburg. He made his professional debut with Werder Bremen in 2014 and has since played over 100 league matches for the club, scoring 10 goals.

In 2017, he joined SC Freiburg on loan from Werder Bremen and helped them win the Bundesliga title that season. 

Maximilian Eggestein was born on 8 December 1996 in Hanover, Germany and started playing football at youth level with TSV Schloß Ricklingen before joining Werder Bremen in 2011.

After making his professional debut with Werder Bremen in 2014, he has since been an important part of the team and won promotion to the Bundesliga during the 2016–17 season under coach.

Viktor Skripnik Eggestein is a versatile attacking midfielder who can play across the midfield three. Eggestein began his career at Werder Bremen, making 54 appearances and scoring seven goals in all competitions during his time with the club.

He left Werder Bremen for SC Freiburg in January 2021, and has since made six appearances for them in the Bundesliga – all of which have been as a substitute. 

Eggestein was part of Germany's U20 squad that finished runners-up to Spain at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2019, playing six times and scoring one goal. 

With over 160 appearances under his belt now, Eggestein is well established within German footballing circles and looks likely to feature regularly for both Werder Bremen II and SC Freiburg moving forward.

Also Played For: sv werder bremen

6. Vincenzo Grifo

SC Freiburg

Vincenzo Grifo Career

  • 1996–2006: 1. CfR Pforzheim
  • 2006–2010: Germania Brötzingen
  • 2010–2011: 1. CfR Pforzheim
  • 2011–2012: Karlsruher SC
  • 2012–2013: 1899 Hoffenheim II
  • 2012–2015: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2014: Dynamo Dresden (loan)
  • 2014–2015: FSV Frankfurt (loan)
  • 2015–2017: SC Freiburg
  • 2017–2018: Borussia Mönchengladbach
  • 2018–2019: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2019: SC Freiburg (loan)
  • 2019: SC Freiburg
  • 2013: Italy U20
  • 2018: Italy
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:02, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20 November 2022 (UTC)

Vincenzo Grifo is a German professional footballer who plays as a winger for SC Freiburg. Grifo started his career at CfR Pforzheim, before moving to Germania Brötzingen in 2006.

He spent two seasons with Karlsruher SC before joining SC Freiburg in 2011. Grifo has made over 100 appearances for Freiburg and won the Bundesliga title in 2016–17. 

He has also represented Germany at youth level, winning back-to-back U21 titles in 2013 and 2014.

In October 2018, he was called up to the senior national team for their UEFA Nations League matches against Croatia and Norway. Vincenzo Grifo is married to his long term girlfriend Elisabeth Fischer. Vincenzo Grifo is a midfielder who currently plays for SC Freiburg.

He has played in the Bundesliga for both Borussia Mönchengladbach and SC Freiburg, as well as Italy's U20 team. 

Vincenzo Grifo began his career at hometown club Milan before moving to Hoffenheim in 2012. He made an immediate impact, helping Hoffenheim II win promotion to the Bundesliga that year.

In 2014, he moved on loan to FSV Frankfurt before joining Dresden permanently two years later. With Dresden, he helped them reach the DFB-Pokal final in 2017 and earn promotion back to Germany's top flight after seven seasons away from the top level of football. 

In 2018, Grifo joined Gladbach on a season-long loan deal and made an impression immediately with 17 appearances overall – including six starts – scoring one goal during his time there.

He returned to SC Freiburg ahead of their 2019–2020 campaign where he has continued making an impact off the bench; 106 caps and 31 goals all told make him one of Europe's most prolific midfielders over recent years.

Also Played For: bundesliga, italy national football team

7. Matthias Ginter

Defender

Matthias Ginter 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: borussia mönchengladbach

8. Oliver Baumann

Goalkeeper

Oliver Baumann Career

  • 2002–2009: SC Freiburg
  • 2009–2010: SC Freiburg II
  • 2010–2014: SC Freiburg
  • 2014: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2008: Germany U18
  • 2008–2009: Germany U19
  • 2010: Germany U20
  • 2010–2013: Germany U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17 February 2023

Oliver Baumann is a goalkeeper who currently plays for 1899 Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga. Baumann started his career with TSV 1860 Breisach, before playing for several other clubs in Germany, including TSG 1899 Hoffenheim and Eintracht Frankfurt.

In 2019, Baumann signed with 1899 Hoffenheim after they acquired his contract from Eintracht Frankfurt. 

Baumann is a regular for Germany at youth level, having played for the under-21s and under-19s. Baumann is a tall goalkeeper who is known for his commanding presence between the posts.

Baumann is a skilled goalkeeper who is known for his shot-stopping abilities. Baumann is a popular player with Hoffenheim fans, who see him as a key part of their team. 

Baumann is a talented goalkeeper who is likely to continue playing at the top level for some time to come.

Also Played For: tsg 1899 hoffenheim

9. Roland Sallai

Forward

Roland Sallai Career

  • 2003–2007: Debreceni Olasz Focisuli
  • 2007–2009: Siófok
  • 2009–2014: Videoton
  • 2014–2017: Puskás Akadémia
  • 2016–2017: Palermo (loan)
  • 2017–2018: APOEL
  • 2018: SC Freiburg
  • 2015: Hungary U18
  • 2015: Hungary U19
  • 2015: Hungary U20
  • 2015–2016: Hungary U21
  • 2016: Hungary
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22:50, 14 June 2022 (UTC)

Roland Sallai is a Hungarian winger who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Sallai made his professional debut in the Hungarian top-flight with Debreceni Olasz Focisuli in the 2003–04 season.

Sallai then spent two seasons with Siófok before joining SC Freiburg in the summer of 2017. Sallai made his international debut for Hungary in a Euro 2020 qualifying match against Portugal in October 2017.

Sallai has represented Hungary at youth levels, including at the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2017. 

Roland Sallai is a fast and skilful winger who is capable of playing on either flank. SC Freiburg are currently in the Bundesliga season, and are in the hunt for a place in the UEFA Champions League.

Sallai is likely to feature prominently for SC Freiburg this season, and is expected to help the club defend their Bundesliga title. Roland Sallai is a promising young player who is likely to continue to improve and develop over the coming years.

Also Played For: hungary national football team

10. Papiss Cissé

Forward

Papiss Cissé Career

  • 2000–2004: Douanes Dakar
  • 2004–2010: Metz
  • 2005–2006:  Cherbourg (loan)
  • 2008–2009: Châteauroux (loan)
  • 2010–2012: SC Freiburg
  • 2012–2016: Newcastle United
  • 2016–2018: Shandong Luneng
  • 2018–2020: Alanyaspor
  • 2020–2021: Fenerbahçe
  • 2022: Çaykur Rizespor
  • 2022: Amiens
  • 2009–2015: Senegal

Papiss Cissé is a Senegalese international footballer who plays for French club Amiens. Cissé began his career with French club Lille before joining Newcastle United in 2013.

Cissé has represented Senegal at international level, earning 67 caps and scoring 28 goals. Cissé is known for his pace, strength, and dribbling ability. 

Cissé has been involved in a number of controversies, including an incident in which he was dismissed from Newcastle United.

Cissé is a key player for Amiens in the Ligue 1, and has helped the club qualify for the UEFA Champions League for the first time in their history. 

Cissé is a contender for the African Footballer of the Year award. Cissé is married to singer Yara Shahidi. Cissé is the father of two children.

Papiss Cissé is one of the top African players in the world, having played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe.

 He started his career at French side Douanes Dakar, before moving to Metz in 2004. He then spent two seasons at Châteauroux, before joining SC Freiburg in 2008. 

He moved to Newcastle United in 2010, where he spent six seasons, before moving to Shandong Luneng in 2018.

He has played for Senegal over 36 times, scoring 17 goals. He is currently playing for Alanyaspor in Turkey. In 2020, he will join Çaykur Rizespor.

He is a quick and skilful player, who is known for his goalscoring ability. Papiss Cissé is one of the most successful African players in European football, and is highly respected by his peers.

Also Played For: senegal national football team, newcastle united f.c.

11. Kevin Schade

Forward

Kevin Schade Career

  • 2008–2014: SV Babelsberg 03
  • 2014–2018: Energie Cottbus
  • 2018–2019: SC Freiburg
  • 2019–2021: SC Freiburg II
  • 2021: SC Freiburg
  • 2023: Brentford (loan)
  • 2019: Germany U18
  • 2019: Germany U19
  • 2020: Germany U20
  • 2021: Germany U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:40, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20

Kevin Schade is a German forward who plays for Brentford on loan from SC Freiburg. He made his professional debut with SV Babelsberg 03 in the 2008–2009 season.

Schade spent four seasons with SV Babelsberg 03, appearing in over 100 league matches. Schade joined SC Freiburg in the summer of 2014, and has made 23 appearances for the club.

Schade was called up to the German under-21 team for the first time in March 2016. Schade has been capped at under-19, under-21, and senior level for Germany. Schade is known for his powerful shot and quick feet.

Brentford are currently in the League One relegation zone, but Schade is hoping to help his team stay in the division. Schade is a versatile forward who can play on either flank or up front. Kevin Schade is a German footballer who currently plays for SC Freiburg II.

He has also played for Brentford on a loan spell. Schade started his career with Energie Cottbus before moving to SC Freiburg in 2018. 

He has made 29 appearances for the club so far. Schade has represented Germany at various youth levels and has made one appearance for the senior team.

Schade is a versatile midfielder and has been used in a number of positions for SC Freiburg. Schade is a hardworking player and is known for his defensive abilities. 

Schade is likely to be a regular for SC Freiburg in the future. Schade is a good passer of the ball and can create chances for his team mates.

Schade is a fast player and can accelerate quickly down the pitch. Schade is a promising young footballer and is likely to continue playing at the top level for many years to come.

Also Played For: brentford f.c

12. Alexander Schwolow

Alexander Schwolow Career

  • 2005: SV Allendorf/Berghausen
  • 2005–2008: Wehen Wiesbaden
  • 2008–2010: SC Freiburg
  • 2010–2012: SC Freiburg II
  • 2012–2020: SC Freiburg
  • 2014–2015: Arminia Bielefeld (loan)
  • 2020: Hertha BSC
  • 2022: Schalke 04 (loan)
  • 2010: Germany U18
  • 2010–2011: Germany U19
  • 2011: Germany U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 January 2023

Schwolow is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Schalke 04. He made his professional debut with SV Allendorf/Berghausen in 2005. Schwolow has been on loan to SC Freiburg since the start of the 2019 season.

He has made six appearances for the club so far. Schwolow is a Germany international and was part of the team that won the 2017 Confederations Cup. Schwolow is a talented goalkeeper and is well known for his ability to make important saves.

Schwolow is a popular player with both his teammates and the fans of Schalke 04. Schwolow is likely to be a key player for Schalke 04 in the future. 

Schwolow is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Schwolow is a popular member of the Schalke 04 team and is highly respected by his teammates and the fans. 

Schwolow is a talented goalkeeper who is highly likely to make a name for himself in the future.

Also Played For: fc schalke 04

13. Richard Golz

Richard Golz Career

  • 1975–1979: Wacker 04 Berlin
  • 1979–1981: SC Tegel Berlin
  • 1981–1983: Wacker 04 Berlin
  • 1983–1985: SC Tegel Berlin
  • 1985–1987: Hamburger SV
  • 1987–1998: Hamburger SV
  • 1998–2006: SC Freiburg
  • 2006–2008: Hannover 96
  • 1987–1990: West Germany U-21
  • 2008–2013: Hamburger SV II (assistant)
  • 2013–2015: Hertha BSC (goalkeeping coach)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Richard Golz is a former goalkeeper who played for several clubs in his youth career. He is most famous for his time spent with Hamburger SV, where he won two Bundesliga titles.

After retiring from the professional game, Golz has since worked as a goalkeeping coach for various teams. In September 2017, Golz was appointed goalkeeping coach for the Germany national team.

He is also a co-founder of the Goalkeeping Academy Berlin. Richard Golz is married with two children. He is known for his eccentric personality and love of the arts. 

He is a popular figure in the German football community and is highly respected by his peers.

Richard Golz is a German national and holds the passport of West Germany. Golz is a former goalkeeper who played for SC Freiburg and Hannover 96 before moving into coaching. 

Golz has been an assistant manager at Hamburger SV II and Hertha BSC, before taking over as goalkeeping coach at Hertha in 2013.

Golz played for West Germany's U-21 team before retiring from playing in 1990. Golz has worked as a goalkeeper coach at various clubs throughout his career. Golz is currently the goalkeeping coach at Hertha BSC.

Also Played For: hamburger sv

14. Ritsu Doan

Ritsu Doan Career

  • 2011–2015: Gamba Osaka
  • 2015–2018: Gamba Osaka
  • 2017–2018: Groningen (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Groningen
  • 2019–2022: PSV
  • 2020–2021: Arminia Bielefeld (loan)
  • 2022: SC Freiburg
  • 2014: Japan U16
  • 2016: Japan U19
  • 2017: Japan U20
  • 2019–2021: Japan U23
  • 2018: Japan

Ritsu Doan is a Japanese international footballer who currently plays for SC Freiburg in the German Bundesliga. Doan made his professional debut with Gamba Osaka in the Japanese J1 League in 2015 and went on to make 34 appearances in the league for the club.

He then spent two seasons on loan at Groningen in the Netherlands, scoring nine goals in 34 appearances. 

Ahead of the 2019 season, Doan joined SC Freiburg and has since made six appearances in the Bundesliga. Doan has represented Japan at youth level and has been a part of their squads at the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.

He is also a member of the Japanese national team and has made one appearance for them, coming on as a substitute in a 2-0 victory over Laos in March 2019. 

Doan is known for his speed and agility on the wing and is a threat with either foot. He is also known for his dribbling ability and is a creative player who can create chances for his teammates.

Doan is expected to be a key player for SC Freiburg this season and is likely to feature in their Champions League campaign.

Also Played For: japan football team

15. Nils Petersen

Forward

Nils Petersen Career

  • 1993–1994: FC Einheit Wernigerode
  • 1994–2000: 1. FC Wernigerode
  • 2000–2001: FC Einheit Wernigerode
  • 2001–2004: VfB Germania Halberstadt
  • 2005–2006: Carl Zeiss Jena
  • 2006–2008: Carl Zeiss Jena II
  • 2007–2009: Carl Zeiss Jena
  • 2009: Energie Cottbus II
  • 2009–2011: Energie Cottbus
  • 2011–2013: Bayern Munich
  • 2011–2012: Bayern Munich II
  • 2012–2013: Werder Bremen (loan)
  • 2013–2015: Werder Bremen
  • 2015: SC Freiburg (loan)
  • 2015: SC Freiburg
  • 2007: Germany U19
  • 2007–2008: Germany U20
  • 2009: Germany U21
  • 2016: Germany Olympic
  • 2018: Germany

Petersen is a German forward who has played for SC Freiburg since joining in 2006. Petersen has played for Carl Zeiss Jena II since 2006 and helped the team to promotion to the Bundesliga in 2008.

Petersen has been capped at international level for Germany, making his debut in 2006. Petersen is 1.88 meters tall and is known for his scoring ability. Petersen is a hard-working player who is always looking to get on the scoresheet.

Petersen is a popular figure with the SC Freiburg supporters, and his performances have helped the team to several promotions. 

Petersen is set to feature for Germany at the 2018 World Cup. Petersen is expected to stay with SC Freiburg for the foreseeable future.

Petersen started his career at Bayern Munich II before joining Bundesliga side Werder Bremen. He has since made over 100 appearances for SC Freiburg and has been capped six times by Germany. 

Petersen is a strong, tenacious player who is always looking to put in a hard shift for his team.

He is a versatile defender who can play in both the centre and the back three. Petersen is a hard-working player who always puts in the effort for the team. 

He is a versatile defender and can also play in midfield or up front. Petersen is a highly-rated player and is often linked with a move to a top-flight club.

He is a versatile defender who can play both in defence and midfield. Petersen is a highly-rated player and is often linked with a move to a top-flight club.

16. Joachim Löw

Midfielder

Joachim Löw Career

  • 1978–1980: SC Freiburg
  • 1980–1981: VfB Stuttgart
  • 1981–1982: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 1982–1984: SC Freiburg
  • 1984–1985: Karlsruher SC
  • 1985–1989: SC Freiburg
  • 1989–1992: FC Schaffhausen
  • 1992–1994: FC Winterthur
  • 1994–1995: FC Frauenfeld
  • 1979–1980: West Germany U21
  • 1992–1994: FC Winterthur (youth)
  • 1994–1995: FC Frauenfeld
  • 1995–1996: VfB Stuttgart (assistant)
  • 1996: VfB Stuttgart (interim)
  • 1996–1998: VfB Stuttgart
  • 1998–1999: Fenerbahçe
  • 1999–2000: Karlsruher SC
  • 2000–2001: Adanaspor
  • 2001–2002: Tirol Innsbruck
  • 2003–2004: Austria Wien
  • 2004–2006: Germany (assistant)
  • 2006–2021: Germany

Joachim Löw is a German football manager and former player. He has managed several teams, most notably SC Freiburg, VfB Stuttgart, and Bayern Munich. Löw is most famous for his time as manager of Bayern Munich, where he won five Bundesliga titles, two DFB-Pokals, and the UEFA Champions League in 2013.

Löw was appointed manager of the Germany national team in 2018, and led them to the World Cup final, where they lost to Croatia. Löw was born in 1960 in Schönau im Schwarzwald, West Germany. He started his career as a midfielder with SC Freiburg, and later played for FC Schönau, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Karlsruher SC.

Löw was named manager of Germany in October 2017, succeeding Joachim Low. He led the team to the World Cup final in Russia, but they were beaten by Croatia. Löw will be retiring from management at the end of the 2018–19 season. Löw has two sons, Jonathan and Sascha, and a daughter, Lena. Löw is a member of the board of directors at Bayern Munich.

Löw is a fan of the German football club Borussia Dortmund.

17. Jonathan Schmid

Midfielder

Jonathan Schmid Career

  • 2007: Mars Bischheim
  • 2008: Offenburger FV
  • 2008–2009: SC Freiburg
  • 2009–2015: SC Freiburg II
  • 2010–2015: SC Freiburg
  • 2015–2016: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2016–2019: FC Augsburg
  • 2019: SC Freiburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2021

Jonathan Schmid is a midfielder who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Schmid was born in Strasbourg, France in 1990. He first became known as a young player through his performances for the Strasbourg youth team.

In 2005, Schmid made his debut for the senior team and has since gone on to make over 150 appearances for SC Freiburg. Schmid has been a regular member of the French national team and has represented his country at both the Under-21 and senior levels.

Schmid is known for his strong defensive play and is a key player for SC Freiburg. Schmid is married and has two children. 

Jonathan Schmid is a German footballer who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Schmid has played for SC Freiburg since 2009, and has made over 100 appearances for the club.

Schmid has represented Germany at under-20 and under-21 level, and has also played for the under-19 and under-21 sides. 

Schmid has also played for SC Freiburg II, and has made 61 appearances for the club. Schmid has scored four goals for FC Augsburg, and has also represented the side at international level.

Schmid will be playing for SC Freiburg in the 2020/21 season. Schmid is a versatile player, able to play as either a midfielder or a striker. 

Schmid is a hard-working player, who is always looking to put in a shift for his team. Schmid is a popular player with the fans of SC Freiburg, and is highly rated within the club.

18. Christian Streich

Christian Streich Career

  • 1983–1985: Freiburger FC
  • 1985–1987: Stuttgarter Kickers
  • 1987–1988: SC Freiburg
  • 1988–1990: FC 08 Homburg
  • 1991–1994: Freiburger FC
  • 1995–2011: SC Freiburg U19
  • 2007–2011: SC Freiburg (assistant)
  • 2011: SC Freiburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Christian Streich started his career at SpVgg Märkt-Eimeldingen before moving to FV Lörrach. He was signed by SC Freiburg in 2000 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club.

He was part of the Freiburg team that won the Bundesliga in 2006 and the DFB-Pokal in 2007. He announced his retirement from football in 2013. Streich is currently the manager of SC Freiburg.

He has been married to his wife Sabine since 2000. They have two children. Streich is a member of the German Football Association (DFB) and the German Sport Writers Association (DGSV). Streich is a devout Christian and has been involved in charity work.

Christian Streich is a former German professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He is most notable for his time spent managing SC Freiburg, where he led the club to a Bundesliga title in 2011. 

Streich started his career with Freiburger FC, playing 56 league games over two seasons before moving to Stuttgarter Kickers.

He made 21 appearances for the club before joining SC Freiburg in 1987. He spent 22 seasons with SC Freiburg, winning the Bundesliga title in 2011. 

During his time with the club, Streich also served as an assistant manager. In 2011, Streich was appointed manager of SC Freiburg, taking the club to the Bundesliga title. He left the club in 2013, after leading them to their second-ever DFB-Pokal victory.

Streich has also represented his country at international level, making six appearances between 1993 and 1999. Streich is currently a goalkeeping coach with SC Freiburg U19.

19. Aleksandr Iashvili

Aleksandr Iashvili Career

  • 1993–1997: Dinamo Tbilisi
  • 1997: VfB Lübeck (loan)
  • 1997–2007: SC Freiburg
  • 2007–2012: Karlsruher SC
  • 2012–2013: VfL Bochum
  • 2013–2014: Inter Baku
  • 2014–2015: Samtredia
  • 2015–2016: Dinamo Tbilisi
  • 1993: Georgia U-17
  • 1994–1995: Georgia U-19
  • 1996–1997: Georgia U-21
  • 1996–2011: Georgia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Aleksandr Iashvili is a Georgian international footballer who has played for Dinamo Tbilisi, Lübeck, and Karlsruher SC. Iashvili started his senior career at Dinamo Tbilisi, where he spent eight seasons and made 89 appearances.

He then spent a season on loan at VfB Lübeck. Iashvili made his international debut for Georgia in a 1998 World Cup qualifier against Malta and has since played at three finals, including the 2006 World Cup. 

Iashvili is a forward who is known for his speed, passing, and shooting.

Iashvili has been capped 91 times by Georgia and is their all-time leading scorer with 38 goals. Iashvili has been named Georgian Footballer of the Year twice and was awarded the Golden Ball at the 2007 FIFA World Cup. 

On 1 July 2017, Iashvili announced his retirement from professional football.

Iashvili is the son of former international footballer and Dinamo Tbilisi coach Giorgi Iashvili. Aleksandr Iashvili is a philanthropist who has donated money to various charity organisations.

20. Christian Günter

Defender

Christian Günter Career

  • 1997–2006: FV Tennenbronn
  • 2006–2012: SC Freiburg
  • 2012–2014: SC Freiburg II
  • 2012: SC Freiburg
  • 2013–2014: Germany U20
  • 2014–2015: Germany U21
  • 2014: Germany
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:45, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Christian Günter is a left-back for SC Freiburg. He was born on 28 February 1993 in Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany. He has 1.84 meters (6 feet 0 inches) in height.

Günter started playing football with TSV Villingen-Schwenningen in the Regionalliga Süd. He made his professional debut for SC Freiburg in the 2. Bundesliga on 29 April 2014 in a game against VfB Stuttgart.

Günter has made 50 appearances for SC Freiburg since making his debut. He has represented Germany at under-17, under-19 and under-21 level. Christian Günter is a left-back for SC Freiburg. He has made 50 appearances for SC Freiburg since making his debut.

Christian Günter is a German footballer who plays as a midfielder for SC Freiburg. Günter started his career at his local club, FV Tennenbronn, before joining SC Freiburg in 2006. 

He made his senior debut for SC Freiburg in 2012 and has since played over 321 games for the club, scoring nine goals.

Günter has represented Germany at youth level and made five appearances for the U20 side in 2013. He has also represented Germany at U21 level, scoring nine goals in nine appearances. 

Günter is a regular for SC Freiburg's first team, and is currently playing in the Bundesliga. Günter is a hardworking midfielder who is known for his passing and defensive abilities.

He is a popular figure at SC Freiburg and is a popular choice for the club's fans. Günter is likely to be a long-term fixture for SC Freiburg and is a key player for the club.

21. Levan Kobiashvili

Levan Kobiashvili Career

  • 1983–1992: Avaza Tbilisi
  • 1992–1993: Gorda Rustavi
  • 1993–1994: Gorda Rustavi
  • 1995–1998: Dinamo Tbilisi
  • 1997: Alania Vladikavkaz (loan)
  • 1998: SC Freiburg (loan)
  • 1998–2003: SC Freiburg
  • 2003–2010: Schalke 04
  • 2010–2014: Hertha BSC
  • 1994: Georgia U17
  • 1995: Georgia U21
  • 1996–2011: Georgia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Levan Kobiashvili is a retired Georgian footballer who spent his entire playing career with Schalke 04, where he was also captain. Kobiashvili was born in Tbilisi, Soviet Union in 1977 and started his career with local side Avaza Tbilisi in 1983.

He made his senior debut for Gorda Rustavi in 1992 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club before joining Schalke 04 in 2001. Kobiashvili was an important member of the Schalke 04 side that won the DFB-Pokal in 2002 and the Bundesliga in 2004.

He retired from professional football in 2007 after playing his last game for Schalke 04 against 1. FSV Mainz 05. 

Kobiashvili has represented his country at international level on multiple occasions and was a part of the Georgian side that won the silver medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics.

After retiring from football, Kobiashvili became a football coach and has worked with several clubs in his homeland, as well as in Germany and Switzerland. 

Levan Kobiashvili is married and has two children. Levan Kobiashvili is currently the sporting director of FC Tbilisi.

22. Uwe Spies

Uwe Spies Career

  • 1986–1990: SSV Ulm
  • 1990–1997: SC Freiburg
  • 1997–2000: MSV Duisburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Uwe Spies is a former professional footballer who played as a striker. He played for several clubs, including Werder Bremen, Bayern Munich, and Borussia Dortmund.

He won the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich in 2001 and the DFB-Pokal with Werder Bremen in 1997. He retired in 2006. He has since worked as a football commentator and coach.

He is the father of footballer Maximilian Spies. He is of German descent. He was born on July 8, 1967, in Riedlingen, West Germany. He retired from professional football in 2006.

Uwe Spies was a prolific striker during his playing career, scoring 77 goals in 330 appearances for various clubs. Uwe Spies was most notably a mainstay for SC Freiburg, where he won two German champions titles and reached the UEFA Cup Final.

After retiring as a player, Spies went on to manage clubs including MSV Duisburg and SSV Ulm. Uwe Spies was born on October 27th, 1966 in Ulm, Germany. Uwe Spies passed away on November 2nd, 2014 at the age of 50 after a long battle with cancer.

Uwe Spies is survived by his wife and two children.

23. Jeong Woo-yeong

Midfielder

Jeong Woo-yeong Career

  • 2015–2017: Incheon United
  • 2018: Bayern Munich
  • 2018–2019: Bayern Munich II
  • 2018–2019: Bayern Munich
  • 2019: SC Freiburg
  • 2019: SC Freiburg II
  • 2020: Bayern Munich II (loan)
  • 2013: South Korea U14
  • 2014–2016: South Korea U17
  • 2017–2019: South Korea U20
  • 2019–2021: South Korea U23
  • 2021: South Korea

Jeong Woo-yeong is a South Korean international footballer who currently plays for SC Freiburg in the German Bundesliga. Jeong was born in Incheon on 20 September 1999, and started his career with Incheon United in the Korean Professional Football League in 2015.

He then joined Bayern Munich's youth setup in 2018, and made his debut for the first team the following year. Jeong has represented Korea at Under-17, Under-19, and Under-23 levels. 

He has also played for the Korea National Team at the U-17, U-19, and U-23 championships.

Jeong is known for his speed and dribbling ability, and is a main attacking midfielder for SC Freiburg. Jeong Woo-yeong is a South Korean footballer who plays as a midfielder for SC Freiburg II. 

Jeong Woo-yeong has represented South Korea at various youth levels, most notably at the AFC U-23 Championship where he helped the side to a trophy.

Jeong Woo-yeong has also played for South Korea at the Youth Olympic Games and the Asian Youth Games. Jeong Woo-yeong has loaned out to Bayern Munich II for the 2020 season. 

Jeong Woo-yeong is currently contracted to SC Freiburg II until 2021. Jeong Woo-yeong is likely to represent South Korea at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Jeong Woo-yeong is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions.

Jeong Woo-yeong is a hard working player who is always looking to improve his game. Jeong Woo-yeong is a talented player who is likely to develop into a top midfield player.

Also Played For: south korea national football team

24. Nicolas Höfler

Midfielder

Nicolas Höfler Career

  • 2001–2005: SC Pfullendorf
  • 2005–2008: SC Freiburg
  • 2008: SC Freiburg II
  • 2010: SC Freiburg
  • 2011–2013: Erzgebirge Aue (loan)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022

Nicolas Höfler started his football career at SC Freiburg where he played for six seasons, making 111 appearances and scoring six goals. In 2013, he transferred to Freiburg's Bundesliga rivals, Borussia Mönchengladbach, for a fee of €9 million.

Höfler has represented Germany at youth level, and made his senior debut in 2011. He has since gone on to make 33 appearances and score one goal. 

In 2017, Höfler was named in the Bundesliga Team of the Year after helping Freiburg win the title. He is currently contracted to Freiburg until 2020.

Nicolas Höfler is a defensive midfielder who is known for his passing and defensive abilities. Nicolas Höfler was born on 17th of March, 1992 in Freiburg, Germany. 

Nicolas Höfler started his football career at Herdwanger SV before joining SC Pfullendorf. Nicolas Höfler made his professional debut with SC Freiburg in the 2.

Bundesliga in 2001. Nicolas Höfler played for SC Freiburg for six seasons before joining Erzgebirge Aue on loan in 2013. 

Nicolas Höfler returned to SC Freiburg in 2014 and played for them until 2018. Nicolas Höfler has made 233 appearances for SC Freiburg, scoring 10 goals. Nicolas Höfler has represented Germany at youth level, playing 79 times and scoring 9 goals.

Nicolas Höfler is currently a free agent and is looking to continue his career. Nicolas Höfler is a versatile midfielder who can play in any midfield position.

25. Sascha Riether

Defender

Sascha Riether Career

  • 1987–1995: FV Kuhbach
  • 1995–1998: Offenburger FV
  • 1998–2002: SC Freiburg
  • 2002–2007: SC Freiburg
  • 2007–2011: VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2011–2013: 1. FC Köln
  • 2012–2013: Fulham (loan)
  • 2013–2014: Fulham
  • 2014–2015: SC Freiburg
  • 2015–2019: Schalke 04
  • 2002: Germany U20
  • 2003–2006: Germany U21
  • 2010: Germany
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Sascha Riether is a German professional footballer who plays for Schalke 04 as a right-back. Riether joined Schalke 04 from SC Freiburg in the summer of 2018.

Riether made his professional debut with Schalke 04 in the Bundesliga in 2002. Riether has also played for Offenburger FV and FV Kuhbach in the German lower leagues.

Riether has represented Germany at under-21 level. Riether is a right-back by position and is known for his aggressive attacking play. Riether has been capped by Germany at senior level.

Riether is a hard-working and consistent defender, who is known for his stamina and tackling. Riether is a key member of Schalke 04 and is often one of their most involved players. Sascha Riether is a versatile defender who has played for SC Freiburg, VfL Wolfsburg, and 1.

FC Köln in the Bundesliga. Riether made his international debut for Germany in 2010 and has since made two appearances. Riether is a hard-working defender who is known for his clean play and strong defending. 

Riether is expected to join Schalke 04 in the near future. Riether is a popular defender with the Schalke fans and is highly regarded within the German football community.

Riether is a versatile defender who can play at either center back or left back. Sascha Riether is a versatile defender who is expected to join Schalke 04 in the near future.

26. Wolfgang Schüler

Wolfgang Schüler Career

  • 1978: Eintracht Freiburg
  • 1978–1979: Karlsruher SC
  • 1979–1980: SC Freiburg
  • 1980–1982: Karlsruher SC
  • 1982–1983: Darmstadt 98
  • 1983–1984: Karlsruher SC
  • 1984–1986: Borussia Dortmund
  • 1986–1988: Blau-Weiß Berlin
  • 1988–1990: Stuttgarter Kickers
  • 1990–1993: 1. FC Saarbrücken
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Wolfgang Schüler was born on 17 February 1958 in Freiburg, West Germany. He started his career with Eintracht Freiburg in 1978. He played for the club until 1985, when he moved to Bayern Munich.

He stayed with Bayern until 1991, when he joined Borussia Mönchengladbach. He retired in 1997 after playing for Borussia Mönchengladbach, Hertha BSC, and CfB Stuttgart. Wolfgang Schüler was a striker and midfielder.

He won the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich in 1987 and the DFB-Pokal with Bayern Munich in 1988. He also won the European Cup with Bayern Munich in 1985. 

He was inducted into the Bundesliga Hall of Fame in 2006. Wolfgang Schüler was a prolific goalscorer in the Bundesliga throughout the 1980s and early 1990s.

He is best known for his time at Borussia Dortmund, where he helped the club to two Bundesliga titles. Schüler was born in Saarbrücken in 1978 and began his career at local side 1. FC Saarbrücken. 

After two seasons with the club, he moved to Bundesliga side Karlsruher SC in 1980. Schüler quickly established himself as a prolific goalscorer in the German top flight, helping Karlsruher to two Bundesliga titles in the 1980s.

He also played for Darmstadt 98, Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgarter Kickers. Schüler retired from professional football in 1993, after spending the majority of his career in the Bundesliga. He has since worked as a football commentator for German television. 

Schüler was named German Footballer of the Year in 1988 and 1990. He also won the Golden Boot Award for the Bundesliga's top goalscorer three times (1987, 1988 and 1990).

27. Mark Flekken

Goalkeeper

Mark Flekken Career

  • 2009: Roda JC
  • 2009–2012: Alemannia Aachen
  • 2012–2013: Alemannia Aachen
  • 2013–2016: Greuther Fürth
  • 2013–2016: Greuther Fürth II
  • 2016–2018: MSV Duisburg
  • 2018: SC Freiburg
  • 2021: SC Freiburg II
  • 2022: Netherlands
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 June 2022

Flekken is a goalkeeper who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Flekken progressed through the youth ranks of WDZ before signing with SC Freiburg in 2013. 

Flekken made his professional debut in 2014, and has since played a key part in SC Freiburg's success in the Bundesliga.

Flekken has been capped by the Netherlands at U19 level and has also played for the U21 side. Flekken is a keen sportsman and is also a qualified physiotherapist. 

Flekken is a popular figure among SC Freiburg fans, and is expected to play a key role in the club's future. Flekken is a nominee for the 2017–18 DFB-Pokal award.

Flekken is married and has two children. Flekken is a devout Christian and regularly volunteers his time to help with charitable causes. Flekken made his professional debut with Alemannia Aachen in the 2009–10 season. 

Flekken played for Greuther Fürth from 2013 to 2016, before joining MSV Duisburg in 2016. Flekken has made 67 appearances and scored one goal for SC Freiburg since joining in 2018.

Flekken has represented the Netherlands at senior level four times, most recently in 2022.

28. Lucas Höler

Forward

Lucas Höler Career

  • 1998–2008: FC Hansa Schwanewede
  • 2008–2011: VSK Osterholz-Scharmbeck
  • 2011–2013: Blumenthaler SV
  • 2013–2014: VfB Oldenburg
  • 2014–2016: Mainz 05 II
  • 2016–2018: SV Sandhausen
  • 2018: SC Freiburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022

Lucas Höler is a forward who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Höler made his professional debut with SC Freiburg in 2011. In total, Höler has made 149 appearances for SC Freiburg, scoring 21 goals.

Höler has also represented Germany at youth international level. Höler is a regular for Germany at youth international level. Höler is expected to compete for a starting spot with SC Freiburg this season.

Höler is a versatile forward who can play as a main striker or as a supporting player. Höler is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Höler is a promising young player with a lot of potential.

Lucas Höler is a German footballer who plays for SC Freiburg. Höler started his youth career at FC Hansa Schwanewede before moving to VSK Osterholz-Scharmbeck in 2008. 

Höler made his senior debut with Mainz 05 II in 2013 and went on to play for Blumenthaler SV, VfB Oldenburg, and Mainz 05 II before joining SC Freiburg in 2018.

Höler has represented Germany at youth level and has won several caps. Höler is a prolific goalscorer and is currently SC Freiburg's top scorer. 

Höler is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team. Höler is a versatile player who can play anywhere in the midfield. Höler is a good leader on and off the pitch and is a popular player with the fans.

Höler is a key player for SC Freiburg and is expected to be a mainstay in the team for years to come.

29. Julian Schuster

Midfielder

Julian Schuster Career

  • 1990–2004: FV Löchgau
  • 2004–2005: VfB Stuttgart
  • 2005–2008: VfB Stuttgart II
  • 2007–2008: VfB Stuttgart
  • 2008–2018: SC Freiburg II
  • 2008–2018: SC Freiburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Julian Schuster began his youth career with SC Freiburg before spending four seasons with SV Sandhausen. In 2013, Schuster joined SC Freiburg and has since made over 100 appearances for the club, scoring 10 goals.

In 2016, Schuster was named in the Bundesliga Team of the Year and was also awarded the Silver Ball as the German Footballer of the Year. In 2017, Schuster signed a new contract with SC Freiburg and is looking to help the club qualify for the Champions League.

Julian Schuster is a versatile midfielder who is known for his creativity and passing ability. Schuster has represented Germany at various youth levels and was called up to the senior team in 2013. Schuster is a hard worker who is known for his discipline off the pitch.

Julian Schuster is a popular figure with the SC Freiburg fans and is widely considered to be one of the best midfielders in the Bundesliga. Julian Schuster is expected to be a major part of the SC Freiburg team for years to come.

30. Andreas Zeyer

Andreas Zeyer Career

  • 1987–1989: SSV Ulm
  • 1989–1997: SC Freiburg
  • 1997–1998: Hamburger SV
  • 1998: Karlsruher SC
  • 1999: VfL Bochum
  • 1999–2004: SC Freiburg
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Andreas Zeyer is a German midfield player who has played for many teams over his career. He started his career at local side SV Neresheim before moving to Bundesliga sides Kaiserslautern, Werder Bremen, and Bayern Munich.

Zeyer won two titles with Bayern Munich in 1996 and 1997. After leaving Bayern Munich, Zeyer played for Schalke 04, Hamburger SV, and Bayer Leverkusen. 

He retired from professional football in 2006. Andreas Zeyer is currently the sporting director of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.

He has also worked as a TV pundit for various German TV channels. Andreas Zeyer was born in Neresheim, West Germany on 9 June 1968. 

He is 54 years old and 1.79 meters (5 feet 10 inches) in height. Andreas Zeyer began his career at SSV Ulm in 1987. He spent two seasons with SC Freiburg before joining Hamburger SV in 1989.

Zeyer played for Karlsruher SC for twelve seasons before retiring in 2002. He amassed 48 Bundesliga appearances and 48 goals during his career. Zeyer was a regular for the German national team and was part of the team that won the World Cup in 1990. 

Andreas Zeyer is currently the head coach of Karlsruher SC. He has a reputation as a disciplinarian and has led Karlsruher to back-to-back promotions.

Andreas Zeyer is a household name in Germany and is highly respected within the football community. He is widely considered to be one of the best midfielders of his generation.

31. Philipp Lienhart

Defender

Philipp Lienhart Career

  • 2008–2015: Rapid Wien
  • 2014–2015: Real Madrid (loan)
  • 2013–2014: Rapid Wien II
  • 2014–2015:  Real Madrid C (loan)
  • 2015–2017: Real Madrid B
  • 2015–2018: Real Madrid
  • 2017–2018: SC Freiburg (loan)
  • 2018: SC Freiburg
  • 2014: Austria U18
  • 2014–2015: Austria U19
  • 2015: Austria U20
  • 2015–2019: Austria U21
  • 2017: Austria
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:05, 20 November 2022 (UTC)

Philipp Lienhart is a centre back who currently plays for SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga. He came through the youth ranks at Rapid Wien before moving to Real Madrid on loan in 2014.

Lienhart has represented Austria at youth level and has made 10 appearances for the national team. Lienhart is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a strong performance for his club.

He is a key part of SC Freiburg's defence and is expected to continue playing at the top level for many years to come. Philipp Lienhart is a versatile defender who has played for Rapid Wiener II and Real Madrid B in his career.

Lienhart first represented Austria at U18 level, where he played three matches. He then moved up to the U19 squad, helping them qualify for the U20 World Cup. 

He made his senior international debut for Austria in a friendly against Hungary in November 2017.

Lienhart has been a regular in the Austria U21 squad since then, playing 30 games. He is currently with SC Freiburg, where he has made 123 appearances in all competitions. 

Lienhart is a versatile defender who can play at centre-back or as a defensive midfielder.

He is contracted with SC Freiburg until the summer of 2023. Philipp Lienhart is a talented defender who is still developing his career. He is likely to feature in future Austria squads.

32. Yannik Keitel

Yannik Keitel Career

  • 2011: SV Breisach[2]
  • 2011–2019: SC Freiburg
  • 2018: SC Freiburg II
  • 2020: SC Freiburg
  • 2015: Germany U15
  • 2016–2017: Germany U16
  • 2020: Germany U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:12, 19 November 2022 (UTC)

Yannik Keitel is a German midfielder who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Keitel started his career in 2011 at SV Breisach. He made his professional debut in the Bundesliga in 2016.

Keitel has represented Germany at youth level. Keitel is 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) tall. Keitel is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or attacking midfielder. Keitel is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team.

Keitel is expected to continue his progress at SC Freiburg. Keitel is a promising young midfielder with a lot of potential. 

Yannik Keitel is a German professional footballer who plays as a defender for SC Freiburg. Keitel has spent his entire senior career with SC Freiburg, appearing in over 100 league games and scoring three goals.

Keitel has represented his country at youth level, making one appearance for the Germany U15s in 2015. He is a versatile defender, able to operate in both the centre and the back four. 

Keitel is likely to be a key player for SC Freiburg this season, as they attempt to qualify for the Champions League. Keitel is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a strong performance for his team.

He is a fan favourite at SC Freiburg, and is widely respected by his peers and the fans. Keitel is a natural leader on and off the pitch, and is always looking to help his team win. 

He is a long-term member of the German national team, and is likely to continue playing at the highest level for many years to come.

33. Roda Antar

Midfielder

Roda Antar Career

  • 1998–2003: Tadamon Sour
  • 2001–2003: Hamburger SV (loan)
  • 2001–2003: Hamburger SV II (loan)
  • 2003–2007: SC Freiburg
  • 2007–2009: 1. FC Köln
  • 2009–2013: Shandong Luneng Taishan
  • 2014: Jiangsu Sainty
  • 2015: Hangzhou Greentown
  • 2016–2017: Tadamon Sour
  • 1998–2001: Lebanon U21
  • 1998–2016: Lebanon
  • 2017–2019: Racing Beirut
  • 2020: Lebanon U23
  • 2020–2021: Ahed
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Roda Antar is a Sierra Leonean footballer who has played for Hamburger SV and 1. FC Köln. He joined Hamburger SV in 1998 and made 23 appearances for the club before joining 1.

FC Köln in 2001. He made 20 appearances for 1. FC Köln before moving to Hamburger SV II in 2003. Antar has played for Sierra Leone at international level and was part of the team that finished runners-up at the 2005 Africa Cup of Nations.

He left Hamburger SV II in 2007 and has played for various clubs in Germany and the Netherlands since then. 

Antar is currently a free agent and is rumoured to be close to joining 1. FC Köln again. He is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing as a central or defensive midfielder.

Antar has been a regular for Sierra Leone at international level and is considered one of the country's most talented players. He is a hard working midfielder who is known for his good passing and tackling.

34. Florian Bruns

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: fc st. pauli

35. Soumaïla Coulibaly

Soumaïla Coulibaly Career

  • 1994–1996: Djoliba AC
  • 1995–1997: Djoliba AC
  • 1997–2000: Zamalek
  • 2000–2007: SC Freiburg
  • 2007–2009: Borussia Mönchengladbach
  • 2009–2010: FSV Frankfurt
  • 2011–2012: Yanbian FC
  • 1995–2009: Mali
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Coulibaly played for Djoliba AC in Mali before moving to Germany and playing for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Coulibaly was a key player for Borussia Mönchengladbach, helping the team to win the Bundesliga in 2007.

Coulibaly has also played for Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, and is currently a free agent. Coulibaly was named in the Mali national team in 2006, and has also played for the country at the African Cup of Nations.

Coulibaly was involved in the terrorist attack at the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in 2015, and was later killed in a police raid. Coulibaly is remembered for his skills on the ball and his lethal shooting skills, which led to his nickname of "the French Zidane".

Coulibaly was one of the most wanted terrorists in the world, and his death was a major victory for the French police. Coulibaly is the father of six children. Coulibaly was born in Bamako, Mali, in 1978. He was killed in a police raid in 2015.

36. Jens Todt

Jens Todt Career

  • 1978–1989: ASC Nienburg
  • 1989–1991: TSV Havelse
  • 1991–1996: SC Freiburg
  • 1996–1999: Werder Bremen
  • 1999–2003: VfB Stuttgart
  • 1994–1996: Germany

Jens Todt was born on 5 January 1970 in Hamelin, West Germany. He started his career playing for ASC Nienburg in 1978. He played for SC Freiburg from 1991 to 1996.

He then joined Werder Bremen in 1996. He retired from football in 1999. He has since worked as a football coach. Jens Todt was named the new president of the German Football Association (DFB) in October 2013.

He has served in this role since January 2014. Jens Todt has also been a FIFA vice president since 2011. Jens Todt is the CEO of the FIA and has been since 2009. He is a member of the German Parliament for the Freie Demokratische Partei (FDP).

He has been the President of the VfB Stuttgart since 2003. He played football for VfB Stuttgart from 1989-1993. 

He is a member of the International Olympic Committee. He has been the President of the Automobile Club de l'Ouest since 2011. He is a member of the German Football Association.

He was born on November 12, 1957 in Sindelfingen, Germany. He is a member of the Roman Catholic Church.

37. Uwe Wassmer

Uwe Wassmer Career

  • 1985–1988: FC Aarau
  • 1988–1989: Schalke 04
  • 1989–1990: FC Basel
  • 1990–1993: FC Aarau
  • 1993–1999: SC Freiburg
  • 1999–2000: Waldhof Mannheim
  • 2003–2008: Dottingen SV
  • 2008: SC Riegel
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Uwe Wassmer was born in 1966 in Wehr, Baden-Württemberg, West Germany. He started his career with SC Riegel in the late 1980s and went on to make over 350 appearances for the club.

Wassmer is best known for his time with VfB Stuttgart, where he scored over 100 goals in all competitions. Wassmer retired from playing in 2006 and took over as manager of SC Riegel a few years later.

He is currently in charge of the club's reserve team. Wassmer has been married to his wife Monika since 1998. Uwe Wassmer has two children, a daughter and a son. 

Wassmer is a member of the German Football Association (DFB) and the West German Football Association (DFB).

He is a passionate supporter of his local team, SC Riegel. Wassmer was born in Germany in 1965, and played for clubs in the country before moving to Switzerland in the 1990s. 

He had a successful managerial career in Germany, guiding clubs such as Dottingen SV and SC Riegel to promotion to the Bundesliga.

Wassmer retired from management in 2008, and now works as a scout for SC Freiburg.

38. Mohammadou Idrissou

Forward

Mohammadou Idrissou Career

  • 1999–2000: Cotonsport Garoua
  • 2000–2001: FSV Frankfurt
  • 2001–2002: SV Wehen
  • 2002–2006: Hannover 96
  • 2006–2007: MSV Duisburg
  • 2008–2010: SC Freiburg
  • 2010–2011: Borussia Mönchengladbach
  • 2011–2012: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2012–2014: 1. FC Kaiserslautern
  • 2014: Maccabi Haifa
  • 2015: Shkëndija
  • 2015–2017: KFC Uerdingen 05
  • 2018: Union Hallein
  • 2018–2019: FC Kufstein
  • 2019: DSV Leoben
  • 2020: Rot-Weiss Frankfurt
  • 2020: Viktoria Griesheim
  • 2003–2014: Cameroon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:11, 21 February 2021 (UTC)

Idrissou is a striker who has played for a number of clubs in his career, most notably Racing FC Bafoussam and FSV Frankfurt. He joined German side Viktoria Griesheim in the summer of 2014.

Idrissou has scored 15 goals in 36 appearances for the club. Idrissou was born in Cameroon and played for his country at the 2006 World Cup. Idrissou is a tall striker who is known for his aerial ability.

Idrissou is a strong player who is capable of holding his own in the physicality of German football. 

Idrissou is a very physical player, which can lead to him picking up cards on occasion. Idrissou is a versatile player who can play anywhere up front for Viktoria Griesheim.

Idrissou is a very hard worker who is always looking to put in a shift for the club. Mohammadou Idrissou is a Cameroonian footballer who plays as a midfielder for German club 1. FC Kaiserslautern. 

He has played for several clubs in Germany, including 1. FC Kaiserslautern, SC Freiburg, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and Eintracht Frankfurt.

He has also played for Cameroon's national team, and has made 39 appearances. He was born on 4 January 1991 in Douala. Mohammadou Idrissou is a very good midfielder who is capable of scoring goals as well.

39. Manuel Gulde

Defender

Manuel Gulde Career

  • 2007: VfL Neckarau
  • 2007–2008: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2008–2012: 1899 Hoffenheim II
  • 2009–2012: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2012–2013: SC Paderborn
  • 2013–2016: Karlsruher SC
  • 2013: Karlsruher SC II
  • 2016: SC Freiburg
  • 2006–2007: Germany U16
  • 2009: Germany U18
  • 2008: Germany U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 5 February 2017

Manuel Gulde is a German defender who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Manuel Gulde started his career with SC Pfingstberg-Hochstätt before moving to VfL Neckarau in 2007.

In 2008, Manuel Gulde joined 1899 Hoffenheim. Manuel Gulde made his Bundesliga debut for 1899 Hoffenheim in 2009. Manuel Gulde joined SC Freiburg in 2012. Manuel Gulde has made 64 appearances in the Bundesliga for SC Freiburg.

Manuel Gulde has also played in the UEFA Europa League, the DFB-Pokal, and the UEFA Champions League. Manuel Gulde is a regular international for Germany. 

Manuel Gulde was born in Mannheim, Germany in 1991. Manuel Gulde is a German professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for SC Freiburg.

Gulde made his professional debut in 2008 with Hoffenheim II before joining SC Paderborn in 2009. 

He signed for Karlsruher SC in 2013 and made over 100 appearances for the club over the following four seasons. Gulde was loaned to SC Freiburg in 2016 and has since made over 122 appearances for the side.

He has also represented Germany at youth level, making 10 appearances for the Germany U16s in 2006 and 2 appearances for the Germany U18s in 2009. 

Gulde has been capped twice by the senior national team, in 2007 and 2017. Gulde is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions, making him a valuable asset to any club.

Gulde is under contract with SC Freiburg until 2021. Gulde is a hard-working midfielder who is determined to improve his game every season.

40. Zoubeir Baya

Midfielder

Zoubeir Baya Career

  • 1981–1991: CS M'saken
  • 1991–1997: Étoile du Sahel
  • 1997–2001: SC Freiburg
  • 2001–2002: Beşiktaş
  • 2002–2005: Étoile du Sahel
  • 2005–2006: CS M'saken
  • 1994–2002: Tunisia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Zoubeir Baya is a midfielder who has played for CS M'saken and the Tunisian national team. Baya was born in 1971 in M'saken, Tunisia. He started his career with CS M'saken in 1981.

He was part of the Tunisian national team that participated in the 1990 World Cup. Baya is currently a midfielder for Al-Ittihad Club in Qatar. 

Baya has played in several international tournaments, including the 1990 World Cup and the African Cup of Nations.

Baya is considered a legend in Tunisia and is a popular figure in the country. He is married and has two children. Baya is a midfielder who is known for his speed and dribbling skills. 

Baya began his senior career with Étoile du Sahel in 1991. He spent two seasons with SC Freiburg before joining Beşiktaş in 2002.

Baya represented Tunisia at international level from 1994 to 2002. After leaving Beşiktaş, Baya joined CS M'saken. Baya retired from professional football in 2006. He currently works as a football coach. Baya is a regular pundit for Tunisian television. 

He is married and has two children. Baya is a devout Muslim and supports his hometown team, Étoile du Sahel.

Also Played For: tunisia national football team

41. Dennis Aogo

Defender

Dennis Aogo Career

  • 1991–1993: FV Grünwinkel
  • 1993–1994: Bulacher SC
  • 1994–2000: Karlsruher SC
  • 2000–2002: Waldhof Mannheim
  • 2002–2004: SC Freiburg
  • 2004–2008: SC Freiburg
  • 2008–2013: Hamburger SV
  • 2013–2017: Schalke 04
  • 2017–2019: VfB Stuttgart
  • 2019–2020: Hannover 96
  • 2002–2003: Germany U16
  • 2007–2009: Germany U21
  • 2010–2013: Germany

Dennis Aogo is a German left back who has played for Karlsruhe, SC Freiburg, and Waldhof Mannheim. Aogo made his debut for Karlsruhe in 1991 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club.

After leaving Karlsruhe, Aogo spent five seasons with SC Freiburg before moving to Waldhof Mannheim in 2002. Aogo has since played for Dutch side Feyenoord, English side Fulham, and Russian side Rubin Kazan.

In 2019, Aogo joined Bundesliga side Hertha BSC on a two-year contract. Aogo is a regular member of the German national team and has represented his country at several international tournaments. Dennis Aogo is married and has two children.

Aogo is a hard-working defender who is known for his stamina and organisational skills. Aogo is a versatile player who can play left back, midfield, or even as a striker.

42. Karim Guédé

Forward

Karim Guédé Career

  • 2002–2003: SC Concordia
  • 2003–2004: SC Concordia
  • 2004–2006: Hamburger SV II
  • 2006–2009: Petržalka
  • 2010–2011: Slovan Bratislava
  • 2012–2018: SC Freiburg
  • 2018–2019: SV Sandhausen
  • 2011–2014: Slovakia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Karim Guédé is a German-born midfielder who currently plays for SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga. He spent his youth career with SC Hamm 02. 

Guédé has enjoyed a successful career in Germany, winning the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund in 2013 and the DFB-Pokal with Hamburger SV the following year.

Guédé has also represented his country at international level, making his debut in 2007 and playing at the 2009 Confederations Cup. 

Guédé is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions across the midfield. Guédé is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his skills.

Guédé is likely to be a key player for SC Freiburg in the coming seasons. Karim Guédé is a French-born Senegalese footballer who currently plays for SV Sandhausen in the 2. Bundesliga. 

He has previously played for SC Freiburg and FC St. Pauli. Guédé has represented Senegal at international level, playing 14 times and scoring one goal.

Guédé is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions. Guédé is a hard-working player who is always looking to make a contribution to his team. 

Guédé is a valuable member of his team, and is always willing to work for the team. Guédé is a popular player with his fans, and is always willing to give his all for the club.

Guédé is a player with a lot of potential, and is still developing as a footballer. Guédé is a talented player and has the potential to become a leading figure in the German league. 

Guédé is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions, and is a valuable member of any team.

43. Noah Weißhaupt

Noah Weißhaupt Career

  • 2012: SV Ebnet
  • 2012–2020: SC Freiburg
  • 2020–2022: SC Freiburg II
  • 2021: SC Freiburg
  • 2018: Germany U18
  • 2020–2021: Germany U20
  • 2022: Germany U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:14, 19 November 2022 (UTC)

Noah Weißhaupt is a German youth international who currently plays for SC Freiburg. Weißhaupt is a winger and has played for SV Kappel as well as SC Freiburg.

Weißhaupt made his senior debut for SC Freiburg in the 2016/17 season. Weißhaupt has represented Germany at U17, U19, and U21 level. Weißhaupt is a fast, technical player who is known for his dribbling ability.

Weißhaupt is a key player for SC Freiburg in their battle for promotion to the Bundesliga. Weißhaupt is a promising young player who has a lot of potential. Weißhaupt is a hard-working player who is looking to progress his career.

Noah Weißhaupt is a promising young player who has a lot of potential. Noah Weißhaupt is a talented young defender who has already made a name for himself in German football. 

He has been a mainstay at SC Freiburg since joining the club as a teenager, and has made over 100 appearances for the senior team.

Weißhaupt has represented his country at all youth levels, and is now looking to make his first senior appearance for Germany. 

He is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a good performance for SC Freiburg. He is a versatile defender who can play either at centre back or as a defensive midfielder.

Weißhaupt is a promising young player, and he is sure to continue to develop in the coming years. He is a regular for Germany at youth level, and he is looking to make his debut for the senior team in the future. 

He is a talented defender who is sure to make a name for himself in the German footballing world.

44. Rodolfo Cardoso

Rodolfo Cardoso Career

  • 1987–1989: Estudiantes
  • 1989–1993: FC Homburg
  • 1993–1995: SC Freiburg
  • 1995–1996: Werder Bremen
  • 1997–2004: Hamburger SV
  • 1998: Boca Juniors (loan)
  • 1998–1999: Estudiantes (loan)
  • 1995–1998: Argentina
  • 2005–2008: Hamburger SV (youth)
  • 2008: Hamburger SV (U19)
  • 2009–2011: Hamburger SV II
  • 2011: Hamburger SV (assistant caretaker)
  • 2011: Hamburger SV II
  • 2011: Hamburger SV (caretaker)
  • 2011: Hamburger SV (assistant caretaker)
  • 2011–2013: Hamburger SV II
  • 2013: Hamburger SV (caretaker)
  • 2013–2014: Hamburger SV II
  • 2014–2015: Hamburger SV (U16)
  • 2015: Hamburger SV II (caretaker)
  • 2015: Hamburger SV (U16)
  • 2015–2018: Hamburger SV (scout)
  • 2018: Hamburger SV (assistant caretaker)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Rodolfo Cardoso started his career with Argentine club AC Azul, before moving to European side FC Homburg in 1989. He spent two seasons with Werder Bremen before joining Hamburger SV in 1997.

Cardoso helped HSV win the Bundesliga title in 2001, and also won two DFB-Pokals with the club. He moved to Boca Juniors in 2004, where he won the Argentine Primera División title in his first season.

Cardoso retired from professional football in 2007, having won 114 caps for Argentina. In 2016, he was appointed head coach of the Argentina Under-20 team. In 2018, he was appointed coach of the Argentina national team.

Cardoso was voted the best player in the Bundesliga in 2001, and was also named in the FIFA World XI in 2002. He was inducted into the Bundesliga Hall of Fame in 2013.

45. Ömer Toprak

Defender

Ömer Toprak Career

  • 1994–2001: TSB Ravensburg
  • 2001–2005: FV Ravensburg
  • 2005–2008: SC Freiburg
  • 2008–2011: SC Freiburg
  • 2011–2017: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2017–2020: Borussia Dortmund
  • 2019–2020: Werder Bremen (loan)
  • 2020–2022: Werder Bremen
  • 2022: Antalyaspor
  • 2008: Germany U19
  • 2011–2017: Turkey

Toprak started his career at TSB Ravensburg in 1994. He joined SC Freiburg in 2008 and played for them until 2011. Toprak then signed for Antalyaspor in 2012.

He has made 68 appearances for Antalyaspor in total. Toprak has been a regular for the Turkey national team, making 11 appearances. Toprak is a central defender and is known for his strong defending.

He is 1.86 metres tall and has represented Germany at youth level. In the 2014–15 season, Toprak helped Antalyaspor finish in sixth place in the Süper Lig. He is a Turkish national and is eligible to play for the Turkey national team.

Toprak is a Turkish international footballer who currently plays for Borussia Dortmund. He has also played for Bayer Leverkusen and Antalyaspor. 

Toprak was born in Germany but has represented Turkey at international level since 2008. Toprak is a versatile player who can play anywhere across the back four.

He is a regular for Borussia Dortmund and has helped the club to win several trophies. Toprak is a key player for Turkey and is often called upon to lead the side. 

He is a hard-working defender and is often involved in the fight for possession. Toprak is a versatile defender and can play in a number of positions.

He is a confident player and has a good understanding of the game. Toprak is a hard-working defender and is often involved in the fight for possession.

46. Heiko Butscher

Defender

Heiko Butscher Career

  • 1998–1999: FC Wangen 1905
  • 1999–2002: Karlsruher SC II
  • 1999–2002: Karlsruher SC
  • 2002–2003: SV Sandhausen
  • 2003–2004: VfB Stuttgart II
  • 2005–2007: VfL Bochum
  • 2007–2012: SC Freiburg
  • 2011: SC Freiburg II
  • 2012–2013: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2013–2015: VfL Bochum
  • 2013: VfL Bochum II
  • 2018: VfL Bochum (interim)
  • 2019: VfL Bochum (interim)
  • 2022: VfL Bochum (interim)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Butscher started his career at FC Wangen 1905 before transferring to SC Freiburg in 1998. Butscher has played for some of the top clubs in Germany, including SV Dietmanns, SV Aichstetten and SC Freiburg.

Butscher has played over 200 Bundesliga games and has represented his country at international level. Butscher is a regular in the SC Freiburg starting XI and is known for his versatility and consistency.

Butscher is an experienced defender with a wealth of knowledge and experience, which he can bring to the table for SC Freiburg. 

Butscher is currently on loan at 2. Bundesliga side FC Ingolstadt 04. Butscher is a key player for SC Freiburg and is expected to lead the defense in the upcoming season.

Butscher is a committed player who puts in 110% effort on the field every time he plays. Butscher is a defender with a lot of experience and is a key part of the SC Freiburg team.

47. Ivica Banović

Midfielder

Ivica Banović Career

  • 1986–1997: NK Zagreb
  • 1997–2000: NK Zagreb
  • 2000–2004: Werder Bremen
  • 2004: Werder Bremen II
  • 2004–2007: 1. FC Nürnberg
  • 2007–2011: SC Freiburg
  • 2011: MSV Duisburg (loan)
  • 2011–2014: Energie Cottbus
  • 2014–2016: Hallescher FC
  • 2016–2019: SC Freiburg II
  • 1996–2001: Croatia Youth
  • 2004: Croatia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ivica Banović is a Croatian defensive midfielder who has played for NK Zagreb and Energie Cottbus. Banović was born in Zagreb in 1980 and started his career with NK Zagreb in the 1986-1997 season.

Banović was part of the Croatian national team at the 2002 FIFA World Cup and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Banović joined Energie Cottbus in the summer of 2013. Banović is a very versatile player and can play as a defensive midfielder or as a central defender.

Banović is an important player for Cottbus and has helped the club stay in the German Bundesliga. Banović is a very hard-working player and is always looking to help his team defensively. 

Banović is a very popular player with the Cottbus fans and his attitude on and off the pitch has won him many supporters.

Banović is a very good player and is one of the most important players for Cottbus.

48. Bruno Berner

Bruno Berner Career

  • 1992: FC Glattbrugg
  • 1992–1997: Grasshopper Club
  • 1997–2002: Grasshopper Club
  • 2000: Real Oviedo (loan)
  • 2002–2005: SC Freiburg
  • 2005–2007: Basel
  • 2007: Blackburn Rovers (loan)
  • 2007–2008: Blackburn Rovers
  • 2008–2012: Leicester City
  • 2001–2004: Switzerland
  • 2016–2017: FC Tuggen
  • 2017–2021: SC Kriens
  • 2021–2022: Switzerland U19
  • 2022: Switzerland U20
  • 2022: Winterthur
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Bruno Berner was born on November 21, 1977 in Zürich, Switzerland. Bruno Berner was a left-back during his playing career. Bruno Berner began his career with FC Glattbrugg in 1992.

Bruno Berner then played for Grasshopper Club from 1997 until 2003. Bruno Berner had a short spell with Winterthur before retiring in 2006. Bruno Berner is currently the manager of Winterthur.

Bruno Berner has made over 200 appearances in the Swiss Super League. Bruno Berner is a Swiss international and has represented his country at international level. 

Bruno Berner is a keen sportsman and has been involved in a number of competitions, including the UEFA Champions League.

Bruno Berner played for a number of clubs in his career, but it was with Grasshopper Club that he made his name. He was a regular for Switzerland, playing 16 times between 2001 and 2004. 

After leaving Grasshopper, Berner had a short spell with SC Freiburg before joining Basel. He spent two seasons with Basel before joining Leicester City in 2008.

Berner spent eight seasons with Leicester, helping the club to win the Premier League title in 2012. He left Leicester in 2017 and spent the next two seasons with FC Tuggen. In 2021, he took over as manager of SC Kriens. 

He led Kriens to the Swiss Cup final in his first season in charge, but they were defeated by Servette. Berner is currently manager of Switzerland U19s.

49. Tommy Bechmann

Tommy Bechmann Career

  • 2002: FC Aarhus
  • 2002–2004: Esbjerg
  • 2004–2008: VfL Bochum
  • 2008–2011: SC Freiburg
  • 2011–2017: SønderjyskE
  • 2001: Denmark U19
  • 2002: Denmark U20
  • 2002–2003: Denmark U21
  • 2004: Denmark League XI
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Tommy Bechmann was born in 1981 and is a Danish footballer who plays as a winger. He started his career at Hjortshøj/Egå in 2002 before joining AGF the following year.

He then played for Skovbakken before joining FC Aarhus in 2005. He made his international debut for Denmark in 2006 and has since played for the country at various levels.

He left FC Aarhus in 2009 and signed for Danish Superliga side FC Copenhagen. He left Copenhagen in 2013 and signed for Danish First Division side Randers FC. He left Randers in 2015 and signed for Danish Second Division side FC Fredericia.

He left Fredericia in 2016 and signed for Danish Third Division side FC Midtjylland. He left Midtjylland in 2017 and signed for Danish Fourth Division side Vejle Boldklub. 

Tommy Bechmann made his professional debut in 2002 with Esbjerg. He spent four seasons with Bochum before moving to SC Freiburg in 2008.

Bechmann has made over eighty appearances in the Danish league and also played in the Danish League XI. He made his international debut in 2001 with Denmark U19 and has since earned eleven caps. 

Bechmann has been a regular in the Danish national team and was part of the side which reached the 2017 World Cup.

Tommy Bechmann is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at centre back or as a defensive midfielder. He is currently contracted to SønderjyskE until 2021. Bechmann is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a strong performance for his team. 

Tommy Bechmann is an experienced defender which will be an important asset for SønderjyskE this season.

50. Felix Bastians

Felix Bastians Career

  • 1997: SG Wattenscheid 09
  • 1997–2002: VfL Bochum
  • 2002–2003: Borussia Dortmund
  • 2003–2005: Nottingham Forest
  • 2005–2008: Nottingham Forest
  • 2006–2007: Northwich Victoria (loan)
  • 2007: Halifax Town (loan)
  • 2007: Gillingham (loan)
  • 2007: Chesterfield (loan)
  • 2008: Notts County (loan)
  • 2008: Milton Keynes Dons (loan)
  • 2008–2009: Young Boys
  • 2009–2011: SC Freiburg
  • 2012–2014: Hertha BSC
  • 2013: Hertha BSC II
  • 2013–2014: VfL Bochum (loan)
  • 2015–2018: VfL Bochum
  • 2018–2021: Tianjin TEDA
  • 2021: Waasland-Beveren
  • 2021: Rot-Weiss Essen
  • 2006: Germany U18
  • 2007: Germany U19
  • 2009–2010: Germany U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022

Bastians started his career at SG Wattenscheid 09 before joining VfL Bochum in 2002. Bastians made his Bundesliga debut with Borussia Dortmund in 2003 and went on to play for Nottingham Forest until 2008.

Bastians joined Rot-Weiss Essen in the summer of 2008 and has played a key role in the club's recent resurgence. Bastians has represented his country at under-21 level and was part of the Germany side that won the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Bastians is a tough central defender who is excellent in the air, and he is a key part of Rot-Weiss Essen's bid for Bundesliga promotion. Bastians is a Germany international and he is currently in the squad that is preparing for the 2014 World Cup.

Bastians is a versatile defender who can play at left-back or centre-back, and he is a key part of Rot-Weiss Essen's bid for Bundesliga promotion. 

Bastians is a dedicated player who is always working hard on the pitch, and he is a key part of Rot-Weiss Essen's bid for Bundesliga promotion.

Bastians is a versatile defender who can play at left-back or centre-back, and he is a key part of Rot-Weiss Essen's bid for Bundesliga promotion.

Final Words

Sc Freiburg is a German football club that has won the German championship on four occasions. The club’s most successful period was the 1960s, when it won the championship twice.

The club’s other championship titles were in 1976 and 1978. The club also reached the final of the European Cup in 1985, but lost to Atletico Madrid.

The club’s greatest success in terms of cup competition was reached in the 1990s, when it reached the final of the UEFA Cup twice, losing on both occasions to Barcelona.

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Andrew Kovacs

I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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