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Mark Schwarzer speaks English and German but probably knows how to communicate ‘cool’ in any language. His intimidating height and reputation are foiled only by his good nature.

In soccer his ability to guard the net has been at the heart of English Premier League and European club campaigns as well as Australia’s return from the FIFA World Cup wilderness after thirty years.

Fame has afforded Mark Schwarzer many things yet famously he has used the same shin pads since he was 19 years old – a reminder that humility resides at the foot of greatness.

Personal Information
Name Mark Schwarzer
D.O.B 6th October 1972
Resides Sydney, New South Wales
Career highlight Socceroos qualifying for 2006 FIFA World Cup
Club Fullam, England
Position Goal Keeper

Interesting Facts
Something we didn't know I have worn the same shin pads since I was 19yrs old
Favourite song I like music from a lot of different artists such as Stevie Wonder, Scissor Sisters, M People, Justin Timberlake right through to Jimmy Barnes
Favourite movie Old School
Hobbies Reading, fishing and watching sport
Can't live without My laptop
Superstitions Shin pads, I have to wear the same ones no matter what
Relaxation techniques Sleeping and reading
Cooking expertise BBQ's and making Spanish Paella
Favourite food German, Spanish and all Asian foods
Describe yourself Balanced
Favourite quote "Treat others like you would like to be treated"
Career History

Current
  • Australian Socceroo
  • Fulham Football Club, England
  • Co-author of 3 children books ‘Megs & The Crazy Legs’, ‘Megs, Scarves & Sombreros’ and ‘Megs & The Football Kids’

1997 - 2008
  • Middlesbrough Football Club, England (333 games)

1996 - 1997
  • Bradford City Football Club, England (16 games)

1995 - 1996
  • Kaiserslautern Football Club, Germany (4 games)

1994 - 1995
  • Dynamo Dresend Football Club, Germany (2 games)

1990 - 1994
  • Marconi Stallions Football Club, Australia (68 games)

Awards and Accolades

2009
  • Awarded Order of Australia Medal
  • Awarded Football Player of the Year
  • Awarded Fulham Player of the Year

2008
  • Awarded Fulham Player of the Year

2006
  • Member of Australian FIFA World Cup qualifying team

2004
  • Middlesbrough League Cup champions

Community Involvement

  • Special Australian representative for UNHCR


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