Marcel Schäfer facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 7 June 1984 | ||
| Place of birth | Aschaffenburg, West Germany | ||
| Height | 1.84 m | ||
| Playing position | Left wingback | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1989–1996 | SV Eintracht Straßbessenbach | ||
| 1996–2000 | Viktoria Aschaffenburg | ||
| 2000–2003 | 1860 Munich | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2003–2007 | 1860 Munich | 91 | (3) |
| 2007–2017 | VfL Wolfsburg | 256 | (13) |
| 2014 | VfL Wolfsburg II | 2 | (1) |
| 2017–2018 | Tampa Bay Rowdies | 43 | (5) |
| National team‡ | |||
| 2005–2008 | Germany B | 1 | (0) |
| 2008–2010 | Germany | 8 | (0) |
† Appearances (Goals). |
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Marcel Schäfer is a famous German footballer who used to play professionally. He was born on June 7, 1984. He played as a left wingback, which is a defender who also helps with attacking. After he stopped playing, he became the Sporting Director for VfL Wolfsburg, a big football club in Germany.
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Football Journey
Marcel Schäfer started playing football at a young age. He spent his youth career with several clubs, including Viktoria Aschaffenburg and TSV 1860 Munich. These early years helped him become the skilled player he was.
Playing for 1860 Munich
Marcel Schäfer made his first big debut in the Bundesliga, Germany's top football league, on November 1, 2003. He played for TSV 1860 Munich in a match they won 3-1 against VfL Bochum.
Even though his team moved down to a lower league, the 2. Bundesliga, Marcel became a very important player for them. He scored his first goal for 1860 Munich on March 4, 2005, helping his team win 3-0. He played many games for 1860 Munich, showing his talent and dedication.
Time at VfL Wolfsburg
On July 1, 2007, Marcel Schäfer moved back to the Bundesliga, joining VfL Wolfsburg. This was a big step in his career. He played his first game for Wolfsburg on August 11, 2007.
His first goal for Wolfsburg came on November 4, 2007. He scored in a thrilling game where Wolfsburg lost 3-5 to Bochum. Marcel quickly became a key player for Wolfsburg, known for his strong defense and ability to help in attack.
Winning the Bundesliga Title
One of Marcel Schäfer's biggest achievements was winning the Bundesliga title with VfL Wolfsburg in the 2008–09 season. This was a historic moment for the club and for Marcel. He played a huge role in this success, often providing important passes and assists for goals.
For example, on April 4, 2009, he helped set up a goal in a massive 5-1 victory against Bayern Munich. This win was a big part of Wolfsburg's journey to becoming champions. On May 23, he played the whole game as Wolfsburg beat Werder Bremen 5-1, officially securing their first-ever Bundesliga title.
European Competitions
Marcel also played in important European competitions like the UEFA Cup (now the Europa League) and the UEFA Champions League. He made his first European appearance on September 18, 2008, helping Wolfsburg win 1-0 against Rapid București.
He even scored his first German Cup goal for Wolfsburg on September 24, 2008, in a big 7-0 win. Marcel continued to be a vital part of the team, helping them compete at the highest levels of football.
Playing in the USA
In March 2017, Marcel Schäfer decided to try something new. He signed a contract with the Tampa Bay Rowdies, a football club in the United States. He played for them for a short period before retiring from playing professional football.
Playing for Germany
Marcel Schäfer also had the honor of representing his country, Germany. He made his first international appearance for the German national team on November 19, 2008, in a friendly match against England.
He played his first full game for Germany on May 29, 2009, in a 1-1 draw against China. Marcel also played in a World Cup qualifying match against Azerbaijan on August 12, 2009, which Germany won 2-0. His last game for Germany was in August 2010.
Achievements
Marcel Schäfer won several important titles and awards during his football career:
Club Trophies
- VfL Wolfsburg
- Bundesliga: 2008–09 (This is like winning the championship of Germany's top league!)
- DFB-Pokal: 2014–15 (This is Germany's main knockout cup competition.)
- DFL-Supercup: 2015 (A match played between the league champions and the cup winners.)
Individual Awards
- Lower Saxony Footballer of the Year: 2009 (This award recognized him as the best player in the Lower Saxony region of Germany.)
- United Soccer League Best XI: 2017 (This means he was chosen as one of the best 11 players in the USL league in America.)
Images for kids
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Marcel Schäfer, a German footballer.
See also
In Spanish: Marcel Schäfer para niños
