Johann Vogel

Swiss footballer and national team player

Johann Vogel - Athletes & Sports Figures born March 8th, 1977
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Played professional football as a midfielder from 1995 to 2014, representing clubs including Grasshopper Club Zürich, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and FC Basel. Competed at the highest levels in European leagues and participated in multiple international tournaments. Played for the Swiss national team, earning over 80 caps and contributing significantly in tournaments such as the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.

Participated in the 2006 FIFA World Cup

Played in UEFA European Championships in 2004 and 2008

Won multiple Swiss Super League titles with FC Basel

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