Lutz Pfannenstiel is a former professional footballer and current
sporting director of MLS team St Louis City. He was born on March
12, 1973, in Kaiserslautern, West Germany. Pfannenstiel was known
for his career as a goalkeeper, although he played for numerous
clubs across different continents.
Pfannenstiel's professional career spanned over 20 years and took
him to various countries. He played for clubs such as Nottingham
Forest (England), Dunfermline Athletic (Scotland), Geylang United
(Singapore), and TSV 1860 Munich (Germany), among others. However,
he gained particular recognition for his adventures in lesser-known
footballing nations.
Pfannenstiel became widely known for being the only professional
footballer to have played on all six FIFA continental zones. He
played in England, Malaysia, Finland, Namibia, New Zealand, Brasil
and Canada, representing clubs in each of these countries.
After retiring as a player, Pfannenstiel transitioned into a career
in football management and administration. He held positions such
as sporting director, goalkeeper coach, and CEO at various clubs
and organizations. Notably, he served as the director of
international relations at TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, a German Bundesliga
club.
Pfannenstiel's unique experiences and his passion for football have
made him a well-respected figure in the sport. He has often been
described as a globetrotter of football due to his remarkable
career path and his contributions to the game in different parts of
the world.
'The craziest man in football.' Four Four Two magazine 'A unique football journey around the globe!' Kicker magazine "Unbelieveable. Compelling. Fascinating." Sport Bild
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