Simon Rolfes

German footballer and former midfielder

Simon Rolfes - German footballer and former midfielder
Born

January 21st, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A distinguished career in football spanned from 2002 to 2014, primarily with Bayer 04 Leverkusen. Rolfes played as a midfielder, contributing significantly to both club and national team performances. He featured prominently in the Bundesliga and UEFA competitions, showcasing tactical awareness and leadership on the field. Rolfes represented Germany at various levels, including the senior national team, earning caps and participating in significant tournaments.

Played for Bayer 04 Leverkusen

Captained the German national team

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