Tim Borowski

German footballer and midfielder

Tim Borowski - Athletes & Sports Figures born May 2nd, 1980
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A professional footballer played as a midfielder. Began a career at Werder Bremen and achieved notable success, contributing to the team’s victory in the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. Later played for clubs like Hansa Rostock and FC Energie Cottbus. Represented the national team in various international fixtures, including participation in the UEFA European Championship.

Won the Bundesliga with Werder Bremen

Claimed the DFB-Pokal title with Werder Bremen

Represented Germany in UEFA Euro 2008

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