Benjamin Büchel

Liechtensteiner footballer

Benjamin Büchel - Liechtensteiner footballer
Born

July 4th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Liechtenstein

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A professional footballer from Liechtenstein, played primarily as a goalkeeper. Started his career in youth clubs before moving to FC Vaduz, where notable performances in the Swiss Challenge League were recorded. Subsequently, played for various clubs in different leagues including stints in the Swiss Super League and the Austrian leagues. Represented the national team in multiple competitive matches, contributing to the development of football in Liechtenstein.

Played for FC Vaduz in Swiss leagues

Represented the Liechtenstein national team

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