Niklas Stark is a professional footballer from Germany, known for playing as a defender or midfielder.
He began his professional career at 1. FC Nürnberg, making his Bundesliga debut in 2013.
Stark transferred to Hertha BSC in 2015, where he became a key player for the team.
Biography
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Niklas Stark is a German professional footballer born to pursue a career in sports. He began his journey in football at a young age, eventually making his Bundesliga debut on April 27, 2013, with 1. FC Nürnberg in a match against 1899 Hoffenheim. Over the next two seasons, he played for both the first team and the second team, showcasing his potential as a defender and midfielder. Stark's time at Nürnberg saw him score two goals in 26 appearances for the first team during the 2014-15 season before transferring to Hertha BSC in August 2015.
Rise at Hertha BSC
At Hertha BSC, Stark signed a four-year contract and quickly made an impact, debuting on September 12, 2015. Despite facing an injury setback shortly after, he returned to form and scored his first Bundesliga goal on March 11, 2016, against Schalke 04. Stark became a regular starter and contributed to the team's European campaigns, marking a significant phase in his career.
International Career
Stark's international career began with various youth teams, including the under-17, under-18, under-19, under-20, and under-21 squads. He earned his first senior call-up to the Germany national team in March 2019 and made his debut later that year in a Euro 2020 qualifier against Northern Ireland. His performances at the youth level were instrumental in Germany's success, including winning the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2014 and the Under-21 Championship in 2017.
Current Endeavors
As of 2022, Stark plays for SV Werder Bremen, continuing to develop his skills and contribute to the Bundesliga. His journey reflects a commitment to excellence and a passion for football that has defined his career thus far.
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Career & Clubs
On 15 March 2019, Stark was called up for the Germany national team for the first time in his career by national team coach Joachim Löw. He made his debut on 19 November 2019 in a Euro 2020 qualifier against Northern Ireland. He substituted Lukas Klostermann in the 65th minute.
Club
As of match played 26 April 2026
International
As of 7 October 2020
1. FC Nürnberg
Stark made his Bundesliga debut on 27 April 2013 in a 2–1 loss to 1899 Hoffenheim. He made two more appearances for 1. FC Nürnberg in the 2012–13 season. In the 2013–14 season, Stark made appearances for both the first team and second team. He made 21 appearances for the first team and two appearances. He did not score for either team. Again, during the 2014–15 season, Stark made appearances for both the first and second teams. He scored two goals in 26 appearances for the first team. He failed to score in one appearance for the second team. His final match in a Nürnberg jersey proved to be a 2–1 loss to VfL Bochum on 23 August 2015 as he transferred to Hertha BSC the following day. He had scored a goal in four league appearances for Nürnberg in the 2015–16 season. He had also made a German Cup appearance prior to the transfer.
Hertha BSC
Stark signed a four-year contract for Hertha BSC on 24 August 2015. He made his debut on 12 September in a 2–1 win over VfB Stuttgart, when he came off the bench for Salomon Kalou in the 73rd minute. He was able to quickly establish himself as a starter, but suffered a setback in October 2015 due to injury, only returning to the starting eleven in February 2016. He scored his first Bundesliga goal for Hertha on 11 March 2016 in a 2–0 victory against Schalke 04. In the following seasons he was also part of the regular team and also made his first European appearances, as Hertha were able to qualify twice for…
- Club
- 1. FC Nürnberg (2013–2015)
- Club
- 1. FC Nürnberg II (2014–2014)
- Club
- Hertha BSC (2015–2022)
- Club
- Germany national under-21 football team (2014–2017)
- Club
- Germany national under-17 association football team (2011–2012)
- Club
- Germany national under-18 football team (2012–2013)
- Club
- Germany national under-19 football team (2013–2014)
- Club
- Germany national under-20 football team (2015–2016)
- Club
- SV Werder Bremen (2022–)
- Club
- Germany men's national association football team (2019–2020)
- League
- Bundesliga
- League
- 2. Bundesliga
- National team
- Germany
Legacy
Germany
UEFA European Under-19 Championship: 2014 UEFA European Under-21 Championship: 2017 Individual
Fritz Walter Medal U19 Gold: 2014 2014 UEFA European Under-19 Championship: Team of the Tournament UEFA European Under-21 Championship Team of the Tournament: 2017
Clubs
- SV Werder Bremen2022current
- Germany national under-17 association football team2011–2012
- Germany national under-18 football team2012–2013
- 1. FC Nürnberg2013–2015
- Germany national under-19 football team2013–2014
- 1. FC Nürnberg II2014–2014
- Germany national under-21 football team2014–2017
- Germany national under-20 football team2015–2016
- Hertha BSC2015–2022
- Germany men's national association football team2019–2020
Played together with
- Aaran LinesSV Werder Bremen
Aaron HuntSV Werder Bremen · 2004–2014
Abdelhamid Sabiri1. FC Nürnberg · 2016–2017- Abdullah DoğanSV Werder Bremen
Achim Beierlorzer1. FC Nürnberg · 1986–1988
Adam Hloušek1. FC Nürnberg · 2012–2014
Adam Zreľák1. FC Nürnberg · 2017–2021- Adebowale Ogungbure1. FC Nürnberg · 2000–2001
Adel Chedli1. FC Nürnberg · 2005–2006- Adrian KunzSV Werder Bremen · 1997–1999
Adrian Nikçi1. FC Nürnberg · 2015–2015- Adriano Grimaldi1. FC Nürnberg · 2025
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Identifiers & aliases
Niklas Stark is a German professional footballer who plays as a centre-back or defensive midfielder for Bundesliga club Werder Bremen.
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