Marko Marin

German footballer, UEFA Europa League winner

Marko Marin - German footballer, UEFA Europa League winner
Born

March 13th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Professional footballer played as a winger. Started career with VfB Stuttgart, contributing to the team's successes in Bundesliga. Transferred to Werder Bremen, where performance led to a move to Chelsea in 2012. Won the UEFA Europa League during the 2012-2013 season with Chelsea. Represented Germany at various youth levels and earned senior caps in international competitions.

Won UEFA Europa League with Chelsea

Played for VfB Stuttgart and Werder Bremen

Represented Germany in international matches

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