Johannes Rahn

German footballer, played for 1. FC Köln

Johannes Rahn - German footballer, played for 1. FC Köln
Born

January 16th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1986, a German footballer who played primarily as a midfielder. Rahn began his career in youth football and progressed through several youth teams before making a professional debut. He played for 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga, showcasing his skills in the top tier of German football. His contributions included both defensive and offensive plays on the field, earning a reputation as a reliable midfielder. After a successful stint at FC Köln, he later transitioned to play in lower divisions, continuing his football career until retirement.

Played for 1. FC Köln in Bundesliga

Debuted in professional football in 2004

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