Andreas Hinkel
Footballer with Celtic FC recognition
A former professional footballer played as a right-back. Started a career in Germany with SC Freiburg before moving to VfB Stuttgart, where contributed to the team's success in the Bundesliga. Transferred to Celtic FC in Scotland, achieving notable success in the Scottish Premier League. Later played for the German national team, participating in various international competitions.
Won the Scottish Premier League with Celtic FC
Played in the Bundesliga for VfB Stuttgart
Represented Germany at the international level
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