Antonio Rüdiger
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    • Birthday: 1993-03-03
    • Born Place: Berlin, Germany

Antonio Rüdiger

Antonio Rüdiger is a German professional footballer, born on March 3, 1993, in Berlin, Germany. He primarily plays as a centre-back and is recognized for his aggressive playing style, exceptional speed, strong aerial presence, and tackling ability.Rüdiger's youth career saw him pass through several German clubs, including VfB Sperber Neukölln, SV Tasmania Berlin, Neuköllner Sportfreunde 1907, Hertha Zehlendorf, Borussia Dortmund, and VfB Stuttgart. He then began his senior career at VfB Stuttgart, playing for both their reserve team (VfB Stuttgart II) and the first team from 2011 to 2016.In 2015, he moved to Italian club AS Roma on loan, making the move permanent in 2016. His performances in Serie A attracted attention from top European clubs, leading to his transfer to Chelsea in the Premier League in 2017 for an estimated £27 million. During his time at Chelsea, Rüdiger achieved significant success, winning the FA Cup (2017–18), UEFA Europa League (2018–19), UEFA Champions League (2020–21), UEFA Super Cup (2021), and FIFA Club World Cup (2021).In 2022, Antonio Rüdiger joined Real Madrid as a free agent, where he has continued his trajectory as a top-tier defender. With Real Madrid, he has further added to his trophy cabinet, winning the Copa del Rey (2022–23), Supercopa de España (2023–24), UEFA Super Cup (2022), and FIFA Club World Cup (2022). He also secured a second Champions League title with Real Madrid in 2024.On the international stage, Rüdiger has been a consistent member of the Germany national team since his debut in May 2014. He has represented his country in major tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro, and was part of the squad that won the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2017. His versatility allows him to play across the defensive line, and he is valued for his leadership and composure on the field.

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