Fabian Giefer

German footballer, goalkeeper

Fabian Giefer - German footballer, goalkeeper
Born

May 17th, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1990, a professional footballer specialized in the goalkeeper position. Played for several clubs including Borussia Mönchengladbach and 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga. Giefer also represented the German national team at the youth level. He started his professional career at SC Freiburg, where he made his debut in the competitive league. After a successful stint in youth leagues, transitioned to senior professional play, earning recognition for performances in key matches.

Played for Borussia Mönchengladbach

Played for 1. FC Köln

Represented German national youth teams

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