Theodor Gebre Selassie

Theodor Gebre Selassie, born on December twenty-fourth, nineteen eighty-six, is a distinguished former professional footballer from the Czech Republic. Renowned for his versatility on the field, he primarily played as a right-back or wing-back, showcasing his skills in both defensive and offensive roles.

His football journey began with notable achievements in the Czech First League, where he celebrated victories with Slavia Prague in two thousand eight and Slovan Liberec in two thousand twelve. Following these successes, Gebre Selassie signed a four-year contract with Werder Bremen, where he would leave a lasting impact over the course of nine years, making two hundred seventy-one league appearances and netting twenty-three goals.

On the international stage, Gebre Selassie made his debut for the Czech national team in two thousand eleven, marking a significant milestone as the first player of African descent to represent the country. His contributions were recognized as he was selected for the national squad in prestigious tournaments such as UEFA Euro two thousand twelve and UEFA Euro two thousand sixteen.