Volker Finke

Footballer

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Volker Finke is a former German football player and manager known for his long tenure at SC Freiburg.

He played as a midfielder before transitioning into a successful coaching career.

Finke began his playing career at TSV Havelse in 1967.

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Biography

Early Life and Playing Career

Volker Finke is a former German football player and manager, known for his significant contributions to the sport. He began his playing career as a midfielder with TSV Havelse from 1967 to 1969, before moving to Hannoverscher SC, where he played until 1974. Finke continued his playing career with TSV Stelingen, where he also took on the role of player-coach from 1974 until 1986.

Coaching Career

Finke transitioned into coaching, starting as head coach of TSV Havelse from 1986 to 1990. His most notable tenure was with SC Freiburg, where he served as head coach for 16 years, beginning on July 1, 1991. Under his leadership, Freiburg achieved remarkable success, including winning the 2. Bundesliga in the 1992-93 season, which led to their promotion to the Bundesliga. Finke's coaching style and strategies helped Freiburg secure a third-place finish in the Bundesliga during the 1994-95 season, allowing the team to qualify for the UEFA Cup. His overall coaching record includes 244 wins, 143 draws, and 220 losses.

Legacy

Finke's legacy in football is marked by his long-standing commitment to SC Freiburg, where he not only developed the team but also fostered a strong connection with the club's supporters. His achievements include two 2. Bundesliga titles, showcasing his ability to lead and inspire teams to success.

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Coaching career

Early career

Finke was a player–coach for TSV Stelingen from 1 July 1974 to 12 February 1986. He was head coach of TSV Havelse from 13 February 1986 to 9 October 1990. Finke was head coach of SC Norderstedt.

SC Freiburg

Finke became head coach of SC Freiburg on 1 July 1991. His first match as head coach of Freiburg was a 2–1 win against 1860 Munich. Freiburg finished in third place 1991–92 2. Bundesliga season and were knocked out of the 2nd round of the German Cup. Freiburg started the 1992–93 season with a 2. Bundesliga match against VfB Oldenburg on 11 July 1992, which finished in a 2–2 draw. Freiburg won the 2. Bundesliga in the 1992–93 season, won promotion to the 1993–94 Bundesliga, and were knocked out of the German Cup in the second round. Freiburg started the 1993–94 season with a first round match in the German Cup, which they won 8–0. They went all the way to the quarter–finals where they were knocked–out by Tennis Borussia Berlin. Freiburg finished the 1993–94 Bundesliga in 15th place, one spot above the relegation zone. The 1994–95 season started with a 3–1 loss to Stuttgarter Kickers in the first round of the German Cup. Freiburg's 1994–95 Bundesliga season included a 5–1 win against Bayern Munich on 23 August 1994. They wrapped up the 1994–95 season on 17 June 1995 with a 2–1 win against FC Schalke 04. Freiburg finished in 3rd place in the Bundesliga and qualified for the UEFA Cup. Finke finished with a record of 244 wins, 143 draws, and 220…

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Club: TSV Havelse (1967–1969)
Club: Hannoverscher SC (1969–1974)
Club: TSV Stelingen (1974–)
National team: Germany

Legacy

Honours

Manager

SC Freiburg

2. Bundesliga: 1992–93, 2002–03

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