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Stefan Ilsanker
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Ilsanker with Eintracht Frankfurt in 2022
Personal information
Date of birth (1989-05-18) 18 May 1989 (age 36)
Place of birth Hallein, Salzburg, Austria
Height 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in)
Position(s) Defensive midfielder
Team information
Current team
USV Koppl
Youth career
0000–2005 1. Halleiner SK
2005–2007 Red Bull Salzburg
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2005–2010 Red Bull Juniors Salzburg 76 (4)
2009–2010 Red Bull Salzburg 0 (0)
2010–2012 SV Mattersburg 50 (0)
2012–2015 Red Bull Salzburg 89 (4)
2015–2020 RB Leipzig 105 (1)
2020–2022 Eintracht Frankfurt 51 (3)
2022–2023 Genoa 16 (0)
2025– USV Koppl 0 (0)
Total 387 (12)
International career
2007–2008 Austria U19 12 (0)
2008–2010 Austria U21 9 (0)
2014–2022 Austria 61 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Stefan Ilsanker, born on May 18, 1989, is a former professional football player from Austria. He played as a defensive midfielder, which means he helped protect his team's goal.

Stefan started his football journey at the Red Bull Salzburg academy. His professional career lasted 15 years. During this time, he played for several well-known clubs. These included SV Mattersburg, RB Leipzig, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Genoa. He also proudly represented his home country, Austria, in international matches. He played for the Under-19 and Under-21 national teams. Later, he became a full senior international player from 2014 to 2022.

Stefan Ilsanker's Club Career

Early Days and Red Bull Salzburg

Stefan Ilsanker began his football journey at 1. Halleiner SK. He started as a goalkeeper but soon moved to play in the midfield. In 2005, he joined Red Bull Salzburg. There, he played for their junior team, known as Red Bull Juniors.

On April 4, 2009, Stefan was called up to the first team for a league game. His very first match for Red Bull Salzburg's main team was a national cup game on August 15, 2009. He also played his first international game for the club on August 25, 2009. This was a UEFA Champions League qualifier against Maccabi Haifa.

Moving to Mattersburg and Return to Salzburg

After the 2009–10 season, Stefan Ilsanker signed with SV Mattersburg. He played there for two years. In 2012, he returned to Red Bull Salzburg. This time, he became a regular player in the starting lineup. On February 26, 2013, the club announced that his contract was extended until 2018.

Time at RB Leipzig and Eintracht Frankfurt

Stefan Ilsanker later moved to RB Leipzig. On January 31, 2020, he joined Eintracht Frankfurt. He signed a deal that lasted until 2022. A memorable moment came on June 3, 2020. Stefan came on as a substitute against Werder Bremen. He scored two goals in the last 10 minutes of the match. These goals helped his team win 3–0.

Playing in Italy and Retirement

On June 23, 2022, Stefan Ilsanker joined the Italian club Genoa. He played there for one season. After being without a club for six months, Stefan announced his retirement from football. This announcement was made on January 6, 2024.

International Career for Austria

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Stefan Ilsanker playing for the Austria national football team in 2014

Stefan Ilsanker played many games for the Austrian national team. He earned over 40 caps since his first game in 2014. He represented his country at Euro 2016. Austria finished last in their group at that tournament. Stefan played in two matches during Euro 2016. These included a 0–0 draw against Portugal and a 2–1 loss to Iceland.

Stefan Ilsanker's Personal Life

Stefan Ilsanker's father is Herbert Ilsanker. Herbert is also involved in football. He works as the goalkeeper coach for Red Bull Salzburg.

Honours and Achievements

Stefan Ilsanker achieved several important wins during his career:

Red Bull Salzburg

Eintracht Frankfurt

See also

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