Christian Gentner facts for kids
Gentner with VfB Stuttgart in 2013
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 14 August 1985 | ||
| Place of birth | Nürtingen, West Germany | ||
| Height | 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1988–1998 | TSV Beuren | ||
| 1998–1999 | VfL Kirchheim | ||
| 1999–2004 | VfB Stuttgart | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2004–2007 | VfB Stuttgart II | 30 | (6) |
| 2004–2007 | VfB Stuttgart | 39 | (1) |
| 2007–2010 | VfL Wolfsburg | 99 | (11) |
| 2010–2019 | VfB Stuttgart | 273 | (37) |
| 2019–2021 | Union Berlin | 53 | (3) |
| 2021–2022 | FC Luzern | 43 | (1) |
| International career | |||
| 2004–2006 | Germany U20 | 14 | (3) |
| 2009–2010 | Germany | 5 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Christian Gentner, born on August 14, 1985, is a German football expert and a former player. He played as a midfielder, which is a player who helps both in defense and attack. He is now the head of the professional player department at VfB Stuttgart.
Gentner had a very successful career. He won the Bundesliga, Germany's top football league, two times. He won it with VfB Stuttgart in 2007 and with VfL Wolfsburg in 2009. He also played five times for the senior German national team.
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Christian Gentner's Football Journey
Starting Out in Youth Football
Before joining VfB Stuttgart, Christian Gentner played for local youth teams. He started at TSV Beuren and then moved to VfL Kirchheim. These early experiences helped him develop his skills.
Making His Mark at VfB Stuttgart
Gentner joined VfB Stuttgart's youth academy in 1999. He then played for their second team, VfB Stuttgart II, from 2004 to 2007. During the 2004–05 season, he played 28 games and scored six goals for the second team.
He made his first appearance in the Bundesliga for VfB Stuttgart on February 20, 2005. His first goal in a European competition came in a UEFA Cup game in September 2005. In 2007, Gentner helped VfB Stuttgart win the Bundesliga title. This was a huge achievement for the club and for him.
Moving to VfL Wolfsburg
In 2007, Gentner was loaned to VfL Wolfsburg. He played so well there that he signed a permanent deal with them in 2008. At VfL Wolfsburg, he continued his success. He was part of the team that won the Bundesliga title in 2009. This was his second Bundesliga title.
Returning to VfB Stuttgart
After his time at Wolfsburg, Gentner decided to return to VfB Stuttgart. He rejoined the club in July 2010 on a free transfer. He became a very important player for Stuttgart. In 2013, he extended his contract and was named the new club captain. He led the team for many years.
In May 2016, he signed another contract extension with VfB Stuttgart. He stayed with the club until 2019, showing his loyalty and dedication.
Playing for Union Berlin and FC Luzern
In July 2019, Gentner joined Union Berlin. He played for them for two seasons. After that, he moved to FC Luzern in Switzerland for the 2021–2022 season.
Retirement and New Role
In September 2022, Christian Gentner announced he would stop playing professional football at the end of 2022. Soon after, VfB Stuttgart announced that he would return to the club in a new role. Since January 1, 2023, he has been the head of the professional player department at VfB Stuttgart.
Playing for Germany
Representing His Country
Christian Gentner also had the honor of playing for his country. In May 2009, he was called up to the senior German national team. He made his first appearance for Germany on May 29, 2009, against China. He played a total of five games for the national team.
About Christian Gentner's Life
Christian Gentner has a brother named Thomas Gentner, who also played football. Sadly, Christian Gentner's father passed away at Stuttgart's stadium in December 2018, right after a game.
Honours and Achievements
Christian Gentner achieved many great things in his football career.
VfB Stuttgart
- Bundesliga: 2006–07
- 2. Bundesliga: 2016–17 (This is the second division of German football)
VfL Wolfsburg
- Bundesliga: 2008–09
Individual Awards
- Bundesliga Goal of the Month: August 2013 (This award is given for the best goal scored in the Bundesliga each month)
See also
In Spanish: Christian Gentner para niños
