Felix Götze: From BVB talent to SC Paderborn-a football life full of twists

Felix Götze: From BVB talent to SC Paderborn-a football life full of twists

Felix Götze, born on February 11, 1998 in Dortmund, is the younger brother of the former Borussia Dortmund star Mario Götze. He is currently playing as a midfielder or central defender for the SC Paderborn in the 2nd Bundesliga. His connection to Borussia Dortmund is deeply rooted, not least because he spent his childhood in the city and is regular visitors to the BVB games.

In an interview, Felix Götze reflects his special memories of BVB, especially the memorable Champions League game against FC Malaga in 2013, which he describes as the best game he has ever experienced from the stadium. This emotional bond with his home club runs through his entire career.

career start and move to Bayern Munich

Although Felix Götze had the opportunity to be trained in Borussia Dortmund boarding school, he decided in 2014 for the youth academy of FC Bayern Munich. There he spent four years and went through different youth teams. He was particularly successful in the 2016–17 season with the U19, which won the A-Juniors Bundesliga Süd/Südwest. This year he scored six goals and led his team to the final of the A-Juniors Bundesliga, where they lost to Dortmund in a penalty shootout.

In May 2017, Götze signed a professional contract at Bayern Munich, which was valid until 2019. He made his debut in the senior team in the regional league Bavaria in September 2017. On September 25, 2018, he scored an important goal against Bayern Munich that led to compensation.

Change and rental shops

After two years at Bayern Munich, Felix Götze switched to FC Augsburg in July 2018, where he signed a four -year contract. Götze was deployed in the DFB Cup and the Bundesliga, but several loan businesses followed. On February 1, 2021, he was first awarded to 1. FC Kaiserslautern and later back to Kaiserslautern.

His next change led him to Rot-Weiss Essen in August 2022, initially on a loan, before he was permanently signed on May 24, 2023. In May 2024, he finally signed at SC Paderborn, where he is active in the current season and brings his experience from the Bundesliga and the lower leagues.

future and family

Felix Götze describes his brother Mario's decision to switch to Bayern than a not simple but ultimately correct decision. These reflections on football and the close bond with his family are part of what Felix Götze is as a player. His career not only reflects his individual ambitions, but also the challenges that were created by his own name and the footsteps of his famous brothers. Before he moved to Paderborn in 2024, Felix Götze followed his career with commitment and passion and remains a passionate fan and supporter of Borussia Dortmund.