Roman Weidenfeller
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At 45 years old, Roman Weidenfeller remains one of the most prominent German Athletes working today.
German association football player
"Roman Weidenfeller's defining career moment was leading Borussia Dortmund to a historic Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double in the 2011-2012 season." โ About Roman Weidenfeller
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Born
Years in career27 years active
August 6th, 1980
Birthplace
Diez
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Nationality
Germany
Height
188 cm (6'2") (tall)
Generation
Generation X
Career
27 years
Region
Europe
How Roman Weidenfeller compares to other Athletes
๐Roman Weidenfeller is 2 years younger than the average Athlete
๐12cm taller than the average Athlete
| Metric | Roman Weidenfeller | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 45 | 47 | -2 yrs |
| Height | 188cm (6'2") | 176cm | +12cm |
| Career length | 27 yrs | ~35 yrs | -8 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Roman Weidenfeller
Did you know?
Did you know that Roman Weidenfeller made his national team debut as the oldest goalkeeper in German history?
5 Lesser-known facts
- He spent 16 consecutive seasons as a goalkeeper for Borussia Dortmund, becoming one of their longest-serving players.
- Despite being part of Germany's 2014 World Cup winning squad, he did not play a single minute during the tournament.
- He made his debut for the German national team at the relatively late age of 33 years and 108 days.
- His final competitive match for Borussia Dortmund was an emotional farewell in May 2018, receiving a standing ovation.
- Weidenfeller holds the record for the most appearances as a goalkeeper for Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga.
Career highlight
Roman Weidenfeller's defining career moment was leading Borussia Dortmund to a historic Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double in the 2011-2012 season. His exceptional goalkeeping was crucial in securing both titles, including a dominant 5-2 victory over Bayern Munich in the DFB-Pokal final.
Legacy
Weidenfeller is remembered as a loyal club legend and a symbol of Borussia Dortmund's resurgence in the 2010s. His consistent performances and leadership cemented his place in the hearts of BVB fans.