Timo Hildebrand

German goalkeeper and UEFA champion

Timo Hildebrand - German goalkeeper and UEFA champion
Born

April 5th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A German footballer played as a goalkeeper during a career spanning from the late 1990s to the 2010s. Played for several clubs, including VfB Stuttgart, where he won the Bundesliga title in 2007. Represented the German national team, earning a place in the squad for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Transitioned to play in various leagues, notably in Spain with Valencia and in Germany with Eintracht Frankfurt. Known for strong shot-stopping abilities and leadership on the pitch.

Won the Bundesliga with VfB Stuttgart in 2007

Part of the German squad at the 2006 FIFA World Cup

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