Paweł Olkowski facts for kids
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Olkowski in 2014 with 1. FC Köln
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Paweł Mirosław Olkowski | ||
| Date of birth | 13 February 1990 | ||
| Place of birth | Ozimek, Poland | ||
| Height | 1.84 m | ||
| Playing position | Right-back | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Górnik Zabrze | ||
| Number | 16 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| –2006 | Małapanew Ozimek | ||
| 2006–2009 | Gwarek Zabrze | ||
| 2009–2010 | → Zagłębie Lubin (loan) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2009–2011 | Gwarek Zabrze | ||
| 2010–2011 | → GKS Katowice (loan) | 31 | (5) |
| 2011–2014 | Górnik Zabrze | 88 | (3) |
| 2014–2018 | 1. FC Köln | 65 | (2) |
| 2018–2019 | Bolton Wanderers | 37 | (2) |
| 2019–2022 | Gaziantep | 42 | (0) |
| 2022– | Górnik Zabrze | 53 | (3) |
| National team | |||
| 2008 | Poland U19 | ||
| 2011–2012 | Poland U21 | 8 | (0) |
| 2013–2018 | Poland | 13 | (0) |
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Paweł Mirosław Olkowski (born February 13, 1990) is a professional football player from Poland. He plays as a right-back for the club Górnik Zabrze in Poland's top league, Ekstraklasa. Paweł has played football not only in Poland but also in Germany, England, and Turkey.
Paweł Olkowski's Club Career
Paweł Olkowski was born in a town called Ozimek in Poland. He began his senior football journey at a club named Gwarek Zabrze.
Early Career and Loans
In July 2010, Paweł was loaned to GKS Katowice. A loan means he played for them for one year, but his main club was still Gwarek Zabrze.
Joining Górnik Zabrze
After his loan, in July 2011, Paweł joined Górnik Zabrze. He signed a contract to play for them for three years.
Playing in Germany with 1. FC Köln
On July 1, 2014, Paweł moved to Germany. He joined the German club 1. FC Köln for free. This is called a "free transfer" in football.
Time with Bolton Wanderers in England
Later, on July 10, 2018, Paweł joined Bolton Wanderers. This team plays in the EFL Championship, which is a big league in England. He signed a two-year contract with them.
Paweł played his first game for Bolton on August 4, 2018. They won 2–1 against West Bromwich Albion. He also helped his team get a draw against Bristol City, where he made a great pass that led to a goal.
Moving to Turkey with Gaziantep
On July 9, 2019, Paweł moved to Turkey. He joined the Turkish club Gazişehir Gaziantep.
Return to Górnik Zabrze
On May 27, 2022, it was announced that Paweł would return to Górnik Zabrze. He signed a new two-year contract with his old club. This contract also has an option to play for them even longer.
Paweł Olkowski's International Career
Paweł has also played for his home country, Poland. He has represented Poland at different age levels.
Playing for Youth National Teams
He played for the Poland Under-19 team. This team is for players who are 19 years old or younger. He also played for the Poland Under-21 team.
Debut for the Senior National Team
On November 15, 2013, Paweł played his first game for the main Poland national team. This was a friendly match against Slovakia. He started the game, but Poland lost 0–2.
See also
In Spanish: Paweł Olkowski para niños
