Holger Badstuber

Professional footballer and defender

Holger Badstuber - Professional footballer and defender
Born

March 13th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A German footballer played as a defender, primarily for Bayern Munich. Career began in the Bayern Munich youth system, progressing to the senior team in 2009. Made numerous appearances in the Bundesliga and contributed to the team's successes during his tenure. Also represented the German national team, participating in major tournaments including the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.

Won multiple Bundesliga titles with Bayern Munich

Contributed to Bayern Munich's UEFA Champions League victory in 2013

Received the DFB-Pokal title with Bayern Munich

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