Overview
Tim Borowski was born on May 2, 1980 in Neubrandenburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. He is a retired professional football midfielder who spent the majority of his playing career associated with SV Werder Bremen and was a regular selection for the national side during the 2000s.
Playing profile
Borowski primarily operated as a central or box-to-box midfielder. He combined distribution and tactical awareness with a willingness to shoot from distance and to take set pieces. Teammates and coaches often cited his work rate, positional sense and ability to link defense and attack as defining traits.
Club career
He rose through the ranks to establish himself in the senior team at Werder Bremen, where he became an important squad member in the early and mid-2000s. At club level Borowski contributed to campaigns that brought domestic success and regular appearances in national cup and European competitions.
International career
Borowski made his international breakthrough in 2002 and went on to represent the Germany national team on 33 occasions, scoring two international goals. He was part of Germany squads at major tournaments in the mid-2000s and was viewed as a dependable option in central midfield during that period.
Notable facts and legacy
While not a prolific goalscorer, Borowski's contributions were often measured in control of tempo, set-piece delivery and transitional play. He remains associated with Werder Bremen by supporters for his role in the club's successful seasons in the early 21st century.
- Position: Central / box-to-box midfielder
- Clubs (not exhaustive): SV Werder Bremen (primary affiliation)
- International record: 33 caps, 2 goals