Andreas Hilfiker
Swiss footballer and national team player
A professional footballer played as a goalkeeper. Competed in the Swiss Super League with teams such as Grasshopper Club Zürich and FC Basel. Represented Switzerland in international competitions. Participated in the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Played for Grasshopper Club Zürich
Represented Switzerland in the 1994 FIFA World Cup
Played for FC Basel
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February 11th, 1847 179 years ago
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