Top 5 players with most Bundesliga appereances

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Let’s review some of the most iconic careers in Bundesliga history.

The Bundesliga has been home to some of the greatest players in football history. While some may have left a lasting legacy through their goals or assists, others have cemented their place in history by being consistent performers for their clubs over an extended period. In this article, we take a look at the top five players with the most Bundesliga appearances.

5- Miroslav Votava (546)

Nicknamed “Mirko”, Miroslav Votava is a former West German international who played as a defensive midfielder. He began his Bundesliga career at Borussia Dortmund in 1974 and went on to play for Werder Bremen and VfB Oldenburg. In a career that spanned over two decades, Votava amassed 546 Bundesliga appearances, scoring 43 goals.

4- Klaus Fichtel (552)

Klaus Fichtel was a German defender who played for Schalke 04 and Werder Bremen during his career. He played in 552 Bundesliga games, scoring 14 goals, making him the fourth-highest appearance-maker in the league’s history. Fichtel was a versatile player who could play in central defense, right-back, and defensive midfield.

3- Oliver Kahn (557)

Oliver Kahn is widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the sport. He played for Karlsruher SC and Bayern Munich during his career, making 557 Bundesliga appearances. Kahn kept 204 clean sheets and won eight league titles and the Champions League with Bayern Munich.

2- Manfred Kaltz (581)

Manfred Kaltz is a former German international who played for Hamburger SV in the Bundesliga. Kaltz is widely regarded as one of the greatest right-backs in football history and played in 581 Bundesliga games, scoring 76 goals. He won three Bundesliga titles and the European Cup with Hamburger SV and was also a member of the West German team that won the European Championship in 1980.

1- Karl-Heinz Körbel (602)

Karl-Heinz Körbel is the all-time leader in Bundesliga appearances, having played in 602 games for Eintracht Frankfurt. Körbel was a versatile player who could play in central defense or as a left-back. He scored 45 league goals during his career and won the DFB-Pokal four times with Eintracht. Körbel also played for the West German national team, making six appearances.