Mike Hanke is a former professional footballer from Germany who played as a forward.
He was awarded the prestigious Silbernes Lorbeerblatt for his contributions to German football.
Hanke began his professional career with Schalke 04, making his debut in the Bundesliga in 2001.
Biography
Early Life
Mike Hanke was born in Hamm, Germany, where he developed a passion for football from a young age. His journey in the sport began in the youth ranks, leading him to make his professional debut in the 2001–02 season with Schalke 04, a club that would become a significant part of his early career.
Career
Hanke's professional career spanned over a decade, during which he played as a forward for several prominent Bundesliga clubs. After starting with Schalke 04, he moved to VfL Wolfsburg in 2005, where he played until 2007. His next chapter took him to Hannover 96, where he enjoyed a successful stint, scoring eleven league goals in his first season. In 2011, he transferred to Borussia Mönchengladbach, followed by a move to SC Freiburg in 2013. Hanke also had a brief spell in the Chinese Super League with Guizhou Renhe F.C. in 2014 before returning to Germany.
On the international stage, Hanke earned 17 caps for the Germany national team between 2005 and 2007. He made his debut in a friendly against Russia and scored his only international goal during the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup. Hanke was part of the squad that finished third in both the Confederations Cup and the 2006 FIFA World Cup held in Germany.
Personal Life
Beyond football, Hanke faces a unique challenge: he is allergic to grass, which causes him blisters and sore skin upon contact. Despite this, he has made a significant impact on the field, showcasing his talent and determination throughout his career.
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Career & Clubs
Hanke was born in Hamm. He made his debut in the 2001–02 season of the German Bundesliga for Schalke 04. He was transferred to VfL Wolfsburg during the 2005–06 season upon request by then Wolfsburg manager Thomas Strunz. In May 2007, Hanke moved to Hannover 96, and netted eleven league goals, while the side achieved a midtable final position. After three and a half seasons with Hannover 96, he transferred to Borussia Mönchengladbach. On 31 May 2013, Hanke joined SC Freiburg on a free transfer. He said "It's a great package here in Freiburg. I had spoken to Christian Streich beforehand and got to know the place, and I think I'll fit in well here, the opportunity to play in Europe again certainly attracted me, but I also see it as my duty to help the younger players achieve their potential.' On 8 July 2014, Hanke transferred to Chinese Super League side Guizhou Renhe. After half a year, he returned to Germany.
Hanke was first capped for the Germany national team on 8 June 2005 in a 2–2 friendly draw against Russia in Mönchengladbach. He replaced Gerald Asamoah after 62 minutes. In his second game, on 18 June against Tunisia in the group stage of the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup, he came on for Lukas Podolski in the 87th minute. One minute later, he scored his only international goal, the last one in a 3–0 victory. He made his first start in the third-place play-off against Mexico on 29 June, but was sent off in the 53rd minute. He was a member of the German squad for the 2006 FIFA World Cup, but missed the first two group stage matches due to the red card received in the Confederations Cup. He appeared as a substitute in Germany's 3–1 win over Portugal in the third-place play-off, replacing Lukas Podolski after 71 minutes. Hanke appeared in three of Germany's qualifiers for Euro 2008, earning the last of 12 caps on 17 November 2007 in a 4–0 home win over Cyprus.
Club
International
As of match played 17 November 2007.
Scores and results list Germany's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Hanke goal.
- Club
- VfL Wolfsburg (2005–2007)
- Club
- Borussia Mönchengladbach (2011–2013)
- Club
- Schalke 04 (2001–2005)
- Club
- Germany men's national association football team (2005–2007)
- Club
- FC Schalke 04 II (2001–2005)
- Club
- Hannover 96 (2007–2010)
- Club
- Hannover 96 (2010–2010)
- Club
- SC Freiburg (2013–2014)
- Club
- Guizhou Renhe F.C. (2014–2014)
- Club
- Germany national under-21 football team (2003–2005)
- Club
- Germany national football B team (2004–2004)
- Club
- Germany national under-19 football team (2001–2002)
- Club
- Germany national under-20 football team (2002–2003)
- Club
- Team 2006 (2004–2004)
- League
- Bundesliga
- National team
- Germany
- Club
- Germany national under-18 football team (2000–2001)
Trophies & Awards
- Award
- Silbernes Lorbeerblatt
Personal
Hanke is allergic to grass. He gets blisters and sore skin from contact with grass.
Clubs
- Germany national under-18 football team2000–2001
- FC Schalke 04 II2001–2005
- Germany national under-19 football team2001–2002
- Schalke 042001–2005
- Germany national under-20 football team2002–2003
- Germany national under-21 football team2003–2005
- Germany national football B team2004–2004
- Team 20062004–2004
- Germany men's national association football team2005–2007
- VfL Wolfsburg2005–2007
- Hannover 962007–2010
- Hannover 962010–2010
- Borussia Mönchengladbach2011–2013
- SC Freiburg2013–2014
- Guizhou Renhe F.C.2014–2014
Played together with
Aaron HuntVfL Wolfsburg · 2014–2015- Abel XavierHannover 96 · 2003–2004
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoVfL Wolfsburg · 2005–2006
- Adel SellimiSC Freiburg · 1999–2002
Admir MehmediSC Freiburg · 2013–2014- Admir MehmediSC Freiburg · 2014–2015
- Admir MehmediVfL Wolfsburg · 2018–2022
- Adolf UrbanSchalke 04 · 1934–1942
Aggelos CharisteasSchalke 04 · 2011–2011
Ahmed KutucuSchalke 04 · 2011
Akaki GogiaVfL Wolfsburg · 2009–2011- Akaki GogiaVfL Wolfsburg · 2011–2013
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Identifiers & aliases
Mike Hanke is a German former professional footballer who played as a forward. He played for the Bundesliga clubs Schalke 04, VfL Wolfsburg, Hannover 96, Borussia Mönchengladbach and SC Freiburg, among others. Hanke also earned 17 caps for the Germany national team between 2005 and 2007 and was in the teams that finished third at the 2005 Confederations Cup and 2006 World Cup on home soil.
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