Jörg Schmidt

German footballer and defender

Jörg Schmidt - German footballer and defender
Born

December 20th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in Germany, a professional footballer played as a defender. Had a significant career in the sport, mainly with clubs such as Eintracht Frankfurt and 1. FC Köln. Participated in multiple seasons of the Bundesliga, contributing to his teams' defensive strength during the late 20th century. His career included international appearances, representing Germany at various levels, showcasing talent in domestic and international matches.

Played for Eintracht Frankfurt

Played for 1. FC Köln

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