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Kevin GroskreutzGerman footballer, striker
Date of Birth: 19.07.1988
Country:  Germany |
Content:
- Kevin Großkreutz: From Dortmund Academy to World Champion
- Breakthrough at Rot-Weiß Ahlen
- Return to Dortmund
- Bundesliga Success
- International Career
- Champions League Final
- Family
Kevin Großkreutz: From Dortmund Academy to World Champion
Early CareerHailing from Kamen, Germany, Kevin Großkreutz began his football journey at local clubs SV Südkamener 09 and VfL Kemminghausen. His exceptional skills caught the attention of Borussia Dortmund's youth academy, and he joined the club's U13 team in 1998.
Breakthrough at Rot-Weiß Ahlen
In 2006, Großkreutz moved to Rot-Weiß Ahlen, where he made his professional debut in the Regionalliga. His impressive performances earned him a place in the starting lineup, and he scored five goals in 27 appearances during his first season.
Return to Dortmund
After another successful season with Ahlen, Großkreutz's boyhood club Borussia Dortmund came calling. In 2009, he returned to his hometown and made his Bundesliga debut against FC Köln. By the end of his first season, he had become a regular fixture in Dortmund's starting lineup.
Bundesliga Success
Großkreutz played a key role in Dortmund's dominance during the early 2010s. He helped the club win two Bundesliga titles (2010/11 and 2011/12), the DFB-Pokal (2011/12), and the DFL Super Cup (2013 and 2014).
International Career
Großkreutz represented Germany at the U-19 and U-20 levels before making his senior debut in 2010. He played in the 2014 FIFA World Cup and became part of Germany's victorious squad.
Champions League Final
In 2012/13, Dortmund reached the Champions League final under Jürgen Klopp. Großkreutz was a starting lineup player in the memorable match against Bayern Munich, although Dortmund lost 2-1.
Family
Kevin's older brother, Marcel Großkreutz, is also a professional footballer who currently plays for SV Meppen.
