Valentin Stocker
Swiss footballer with FC Basel success
Born
April 12th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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Born in 1989, this footballer began his career at Grasshopper Club Zürich before moving to FC Basel, where he achieved significant success. He played as a winger and became instrumental in winning multiple Swiss Super League titles. Later, he joined clubs like Hertha BSC in Germany and returned to Switzerland to play for various teams. This athlete also represented the Swiss national team, earning caps in various international competitions.
Won multiple Swiss Super League titles with FC Basel
Represented Switzerland in UEFA European Championship
Played for Hertha BSC in the Bundesliga
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