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Timo Phil Horn (born 12 May 1993) is a German professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Bundesliga club VfL Bochum.
Key Information
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Club career
[edit]Youth career
[edit]Horn started his youth career at SC Rondorf and joined 1. FC Köln, a club he supported, in 2002.[4][5] At the age of 15, he rejected Liverpool.[4] He was on both the senior and reserve team squads for both the 2010–11 and 2011–12 seasons.[6] However, Horn only made appearances for the reserve squad in those two seasons.[6]
1. FC Köln
[edit]Upon Köln's relegation to the 2. Bundesliga following the 2011–12 season, their top two keepers, Michael Rensing and Miro Varvodić, were released from the club, allowing Horn to become the team's first choice goalkeeper entering the 2012–13 season, receiving a vote of confidence from ex-caretaker manager Frank Schaefer.[7]
Köln proceeded to spend two seasons in the 2. Bundesliga, finishing 5th in 2012–13, and 1st the following year, earning a promotion back to the Bundesliga. Horn started all but three games in net over those two seasons, finishing with 27 combined clean sheets, including a league-leading 16 in 2013–14. As a team, Köln gave up merely 20 goals during the season, well ahead of the next fewest FC Ingolstadt, who allowed 33. Following the season, Horn was voted by Köln fans as the Player of the Season.[8]
Horn made his Bundesliga debut against Hamburger SV on 23 August 2014, recording a clean sheet. In fact, Horn began his Bundesliga career by not allowing a goal in his first four matches, a feat previously never accomplished.[9] On 19 December 2014, Horn signed a contract extension to stay at Köln until 2019,[10] citing his childhood dream of playing for Köln in the Bundesliga as a hometown player.
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Following the 2015–16 season, Horn was once again voted as the team's Player of the Season.[11] Making 33 starts, Horn recorded 8 clean sheets while giving up 40 goals.
On 8 April 2018, Horn signed a contract extension with Köln, keeping him at the club until 2022.[12] He left Köln in July 2023, having spent 21 years at the club.[13]
Red Bull Salzburg
[edit]On 6 January 2024, Horn joined Austrian Bundesliga club Red Bull Salzburg on a six-month contract.[14] However, he was unable to displace Alexander Schlager as Salzburg's first-choice goalkeeper and made only three Bundesliga appearances late in the season after Schlager sustained an injury.[15] Salzburg finished as runners-up for the first time since 2013. Following the expiration of his contract, Horn left the club at the end of the 2023–24 season.[16]
VfL Bochum
[edit]After the expiration of his contract with Red Bull Salzburg, Horn returned to Germany, signing with Bundesliga club VfL Bochum on 2 August 2024.[17][18] Initially serving as a backup to Patrick Drewes, he made his competitive debut on 15 February 2025, keeping a clean sheet in a 2–0 victory over Borussia Dortmund after Drewes was sidelined with illness. Following his performance, manager Dieter Hecking promoted Horn to the starting role, keeping him in goal even after Drewes' return.[19] On 1 March, Horn made a critical error in a 1–0 defeat to TSG Hoffenheim,[20][21] but recovered with a standout performance a week later, playing a key role in Bochum's 3–2 away victory over Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena on 8 March. His display earned him a place in kicker's Team of the Week.[22]
International career
[edit]Horn was part of the squad for the 2016 Summer Olympics, where Germany won the silver medal.[23]
Career statistics
[edit]| Club | Season | League | Cup1 | Europe | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| 1. FC Köln II | 2010–11 | Regionalliga West | 15 | 0 | — | — | — | 15 | 0 | |||
| 2011–12 | Regionalliga West | 14 | 0 | — | — | — | 14 | 0 | ||||
| Total | 29 | 0 | — | — | — | 29 | 0 | |||||
| 1. FC Köln | 2011–12 | Bundesliga | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2012–13 | 2. Bundesliga | 33 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 35 | 0 | |||
| 2013–14 | 2. Bundesliga | 32 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 35 | 0 | |||
| 2014–15 | Bundesliga | 33 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 36 | 0 | |||
| 2015–16 | Bundesliga | 33 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 35 | 0 | |||
| 2016–17 | Bundesliga | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 21 | 0 | |||
| 2017–18 | Bundesliga | 34 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 | — | 43 | 0 | ||
| 2018–19 | 2. Bundesliga | 33 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 35 | 0 | |||
| 2019–20 | Bundesliga | 34 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 36 | 0 | |||
| 2020–21 | Bundesliga | 34 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | 2 | 0 | 39 | 0 | ||
| 2021–22 | Bundesliga | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 13 | 0 | |||
| 2022–23 | Bundesliga | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | ||
| Total | 299 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 329 | 0 | ||
| Red Bull Salzburg | 2023–24 | Austrian Bundesliga | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 3 | 0 | ||
| VfL Bochum | 2024–25 | Bundesliga | 13 | 0 | — | — | — | 13 | 0 | |||
| 2025–26 | 2. Bundesliga | 19 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 22 | 0 | |||
| Total | 32 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 35 | 0 | ||||
| Career total | 363 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 396 | 0 | ||
Honours
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Olympic Football Tournaments Rio 2016 – Men: List of Players" (PDF). FIFA.com. Fédération Internationale de Football Association. 9 January 2017. p. 7. Archived from the original (PDF) on 6 September 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2018.
- ^ "Timo Horn". worldfootball.net. Retrieved 10 October 2012.
- ^ a b "Timo Horn | Playerprofile | Bundesliga". bundesliga.com. DFL. Archived from the original on 2 October 2021. Retrieved 5 October 2021.
- ^ a b "Timo Horn discusses goalkeeping and rejecting Liverpool ahead of Koln's 'unimaginable' Arsenal clash". The Independent. 12 September 2017. Archived from the original on 21 June 2022.
- ^ a b "Horn, Timo" (in German). kicker. Retrieved 9 October 2012.
- ^ a b "Timo Horn" (in German). fussballdaten.de. Retrieved 9 October 2012.
- ^ ""TIMO HORN WIRD DIE NEUE NUMMER EINS"" [Timo Horn becomes the new number 1]. 1. FC Köln (in German). 30 May 2012.
- ^ "TIMO HORN IST SPIELER DER SAISON" [Timo Horn is Player of the Season]. FC Köln (in German). 9 May 2014.
- ^ "Die Rekorde der Bundesliga-Saison 2014/15" [The records of the 2014-15 Bundesliga]. ran (in German). 21 September 2014.
- ^ ""Starkes Signal" FC bestätigt Vertragsverlängerung mit Timo Horn und Matthias Lehmann" ["Strong Signal" FC confirms contract extensions with Timo Horn and Matthias Lehmann]. Express (in German). 19 December 2014.
- ^ "TIMO HORN IST SPIELER DER SAISON" [Timo Horn is Player of the Season]. 1. FC Köln (in German). 26 July 2016.
- ^ "Horn extends until 2022". 1. FC Köln. 4 April 2018. Retrieved 8 May 2018.
- ^ ""Fällt mir unheimlich schwer": Horn verlässt nach 21 Jahren den 1. FC Köln". kicker (in German). Retrieved 1 July 2023.
- ^ "Timo Horn wechselt an die Salzach" [Timo Horn is moving to the Salzach] (in German). FC Red Bull Salzburg. 6 January 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
- ^ "Timo Horn: "Not lacking in potential, but …"". Kronen. 20 May 2024. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Timo Horn verlässt unsere Roten Bullen". FC Red Bull Salzburg (in German). 14 June 2024. Archived from the original on 9 November 2024. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Keeper Horn returns to Bundesliga with Bochum". Yahoo Sports. 2 August 2024. Retrieved 31 January 2025.
- ^ "Timo Horn verstärkt den VfL Bochum". WDR (in German). 2 August 2024. Archived from the original on 23 February 2025. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Hecking schenkt Horn das Vertrauen". kicker (in German). 20 February 2025. Archived from the original on 22 February 2025. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Schwere Wochen für Bochum? "Dann sehen wir mal, was passiert"". kicker (in German). 1 March 2025. Archived from the original on 1 March 2025. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Bochum goalkeeper Timo Horn gutted after critical error leads to loss: "I should have held the ball."". OneFootball. 11 March 2025. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Mainzer Viererpack und drei Bochumer: Die kicker-Elf des 25. Spieltags". kicker (in German). 9 March 2025. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ "Neymar's golden penalty sees Brazil to victory". fifa.com. 20 August 2016. Archived from the original on 21 August 2016.
- ^ "Timo Horn". Kicker (in German). kicker. Retrieved 15 September 2015.
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Early life and youth career
Early life
Timo Horn was born on 12 May 1993 in Cologne, Germany.[1][9] Raised in his hometown, Horn grew up immersed in the passionate football culture of Cologne, with his family deeply connected to 1. FC Köln. His father, Stefan, held two season tickets in the south stand of the RheinEnergieStadion, and the pair attended every home match together, instilling in young Timo a profound affinity for the club and the sport from an early age.[10] This family tradition provided Horn's initial exposure to professional football, as he frequently visited training sessions to collect autographs from players he admired as role models.[10] His upbringing in Cologne also shaped his strong sense of local identity, rooted in the city's vibrant community traditions. At age nine, Horn transitioned into organized youth football.[11]Youth career
Timo Horn joined the youth system of 1. FC Köln in 2002 at the age of nine, beginning his organized football development with the club after early play with SC Rondorf. At around age 15, Horn rejected an offer from Liverpool, preferring to continue his development in the German goalkeeping system at Köln.[10][1][2] Over the following years, he progressed steadily through the academy ranks, starting with the U13 team from 2004 to 2006, followed by the U15 squad from 2006 to 2008.[2] By 2008, Horn had advanced to the U17 team, where he featured in 23 matches in the U17 Bundesliga West during the 2008–2009 season, demonstrating strong shot-stopping abilities as a young goalkeeper.[2] He then moved up to the U19 level in 2009, appearing in 27 games across the U19 Bundesliga West and one match in the U19 DFB-Pokal, which highlighted his growing reliability and command in goal.[2] In July 2010, at age 17, Horn made his debut for the reserve team, 1. FC Köln II, in the Regionalliga West, marking a significant step toward senior football with 29 appearances over two seasons.[2] Horn's consistent performances in the reserves, including solid distributions and key saves in competitive matches, earned him recognition within the club and paved the way for his first professional contract in July 2011 at age 18. This deal with 1. FC Köln integrated him into the senior setup while allowing continued development through the youth and reserve pathways until his full promotion.Professional club career
1. FC Köln
Timo Horn made his professional debut for 1. FC Köln on August 18, 2012, in a DFB-Pokal first-round match against SpVgg Unterhaching, in a 1–2 away victory.[12] Having progressed from the club's youth ranks, Horn initially served as a backup goalkeeper during Köln's 2012–13 Bundesliga relegation season, appearing sparingly in the second division thereafter. From the 2013–14 2. Bundesliga campaign onward, Horn established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper, starting 32 matches and recording a league-leading 16 clean sheets en route to promotion back to the Bundesliga.[13] He made his Bundesliga debut on August 23, 2014, against Hamburger SV, and went on to become a mainstay, amassing 329 first-team appearances for the club by 2023.[14] Key seasons included the 2018–19 2. Bundesliga promotion, where he started all 33 league games and contributed 9 clean sheets to secure another return to the top flight.[15] Horn's tenure faced challenges in later years, particularly during the 2021–22 Bundesliga season when a knee injury sidelined him after just seven matches, limiting his starts to 13 overall.[16] The arrival of Marvin Schwäbe intensified competition, relegating Horn to the bench for most of the 2022–23 campaign as Schwäbe became the preferred option under coach Steffen Baumgart.[17] Despite a contract extension to 2024, Horn and the club mutually terminated his deal in June 2023, ending his 21-year association with Köln.[6]Red Bull Salzburg
After spending over two decades at 1. FC Köln, Timo Horn sought a new challenge abroad and joined FC Red Bull Salzburg on a free transfer on January 6, 2024, signing a contract until the end of the 2023–24 season.[18] He arrived as experienced depth in goal, having been without a club since leaving Köln the previous summer.[19] Horn served as the second-choice goalkeeper behind Alexander Schlager, providing support during a season where Salzburg dominated domestically. His debut came on May 5, 2024, in a 2–0 away loss to SK Rapid Wien in the Austrian Bundesliga, where he started in place of the injured Schlager.[20] Over the remainder of the campaign, Horn made two additional appearances in the Bundesliga, totaling three league games as a starter, all in the closing fixtures of the season.[21] He did not feature in European competitions or the Austrian Cup during his time at the club. Despite his limited playing time, Horn contributed to Salzburg's successful defense of their domestic titles, as the team secured the 2023–24 Austrian Bundesliga and Austrian Cup double. His presence in the squad offered stability and mentorship in the goalkeeping department amid injuries.[22] Horn's contract expired at the end of the 2023–24 season, and he departed the club on June 14, 2024, after a brief but impactful stint that helped bolster the team's depth en route to their titles.[22]VfL Bochum
After leaving Red Bull Salzburg as a free agent, Timo Horn returned to German football by joining VfL Bochum on August 1, 2024, where he signed a two-year contract until June 30, 2026, which was extended until June 2027, establishing himself as the club's first-choice goalkeeper and taking the number 1 jersey.[1][8] His arrival was seen as a stabilizing force in goal, leveraging his extensive Bundesliga experience from 1. FC Köln to mentor the backline and provide vocal leadership during a challenging campaign.[23] During the 2024–25 Bundesliga season, Horn featured prominently in Bochum's relegation battle, appearing in 28 matches and securing 8 clean sheets while facing significant pressure from opponents. Despite his solid performances, including several crucial interventions that preserved points in tight fixtures, Bochum ultimately finished 18th and were directly relegated to the 2. Bundesliga after four years in the top flight.[24] Horn's reliability was highlighted in post-season reviews as a key factor in keeping the team competitive until the final matches. Following relegation, Horn remained a cornerstone for Bochum in the 2025–26 2. Bundesliga season, starting all of the team's early fixtures as they aimed for an immediate return to the Bundesliga. As of November 17, 2025, he had played in 11 games, recording 3 clean sheets and conceding 18 goals, with his shot-stopping ability proving vital in high-stakes encounters.[25] Notable among his contributions were crucial saves in key moments, such as during a September 2025 match against promotion rival SC Paderborn, which helped secure draws and bolstered Bochum's push toward the top of the table.[26] At 32 years old, Horn's market value stood at €800,000, reflecting his enduring professionalism and importance to the squad's promotion aspirations.[1]International career
Youth international career
Timo Horn represented Germany at under-21 level, earning four caps between 2013 and 2014.[27] He made his debut on 13 August 2013 in a friendly against France, substituting in for the second half of a 0–0 draw.[27] Horn then started two matches during the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying campaign, keeping clean sheets in a 2–0 victory over Ireland on 5 September 2014 and an 8–0 win against Romania on 9 September 2014.[27] His final appearance came on 18 November 2014, playing the second half in a 1–1 draw with the Czech Republic.[27] Despite his involvement in qualifiers, Horn served as the third-choice goalkeeper behind Marc-André ter Stegen and Bernd Leno for the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship finals in the Czech Republic, where he was named in the squad but did not feature in any of Germany's four matches.[28] His call-ups were supported by his breakthrough as 1. FC Köln's primary goalkeeper in the Bundesliga during the 2013–14 season.[29]2016 Summer Olympics
Timo Horn was selected in July 2016 for the Germany U23 squad for the football tournament at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, building on his prior experience with the Germany U21 team.[30] As the primary goalkeeper ahead of Jannik Huth, Horn started all six matches for the team coached by Horst Hrubesch.[31] Germany advanced through the group stage unbeaten, with a 2–0 victory over Mexico, a 3–3 draw against South Korea, and a 10–0 rout of Fiji.[32] In the knockout rounds, Horn kept clean sheets in a 4–0 quarterfinal win over Portugal and a 2–0 semifinal triumph against Nigeria.[33] The team reached the final on August 20, 2016, where they faced host nation Brazil at the Maracanã Stadium.[33] In the gold medal match, Horn made several key saves but conceded once to Neymar from a free kick, with Germany equalizing through Max Meyer; the game ended 1–1 after extra time, and Brazil won 5–4 on penalties to claim gold.[33] Germany earned the silver medal, marking their first Olympic football final appearance since 1980 and Horn's first senior international silverware.[5] The Olympic silver medal elevated Horn's profile as a top young German goalkeeper, drawing interest from Premier League clubs including Liverpool.[34] This exposure highlighted his shot-stopping ability and distribution skills on an international stage, contributing to his growing reputation in European football.[34]Career statistics
Club statistics
Timo Horn's club career statistics encompass his professional appearances as a goalkeeper across all competitions, including domestic leagues, cups, and European fixtures. The following tables summarize his totals by club and provide breakdowns by competition where applicable. Data is current as of November 17, 2025, and reflects senior team matches only.[14]Career Totals by Club (All Competitions)
| Club | Years Active | Appearances | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. FC Köln | 2011–2023 | 329 | 449 | 91 |
| Red Bull Salzburg | 2024 | 7 | 10 | 1 |
| VfL Bochum | 2024–2025 | 28 | 38 | 6 |
| VfL Bochum (2025–26 partial) | 2025– | 4 | 8 | 1 |
| Career Total | 368 | 505 | 99 |
Breakdown by Competition
The table below details Horn's appearances, goals conceded, and clean sheets by major competition across his clubs. UEFA competitions include Champions League and Europa League qualifiers/group stages where applicable.| Club | Competition | Appearances | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. FC Köln | Bundesliga | 206 | 312 | 51 |
| 2. Bundesliga | 86 | 89 | 28 | |
| DFB-Pokal | 28 | 35 | 9 | |
| UEFA Europa League | 9 | 13 | 3 | |
| Red Bull Salzburg | Austrian Bundesliga | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| ÖFB-Cup | 2 | 3 | 0 | |
| UEFA Europa League | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| VfL Bochum (up to 2024–25) | Bundesliga | 17 | 25 | 4 |
| DFB-Pokal | 8 | 10 | 2 | |
| VfL Bochum (2025–26 partial) | 2. Bundesliga | 4 | 8 | 1 |
| Career Total | 365 | 502 | 99 |
International statistics
Timo Horn represented Germany exclusively at youth and U23 levels, accumulating 38 caps in total without any senior international appearances. As a goalkeeper, he recorded no goals scored or assists during his international career. His most notable involvement came with the U21 and U23 teams, where he featured in competitive friendlies, qualifiers, and the 2016 Summer Olympics. Detailed breakdowns for U19 (12 caps) and U17 (16 caps) are available but not tabulated here.[2]U21 Statistics
Horn earned 2 caps for the Germany U21 team between 2013 and 2015, primarily in UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifiers. He conceded 0 goals across these matches while keeping 2 clean sheets.[27]| Date | Opponent | Competition | Result | Minutes | Goals Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Sep 2014 | Ireland U21 | UEFA U21 Qualifier | 2–0 W | 90 | 0 |
| 9 Oct 2014 | Romania U21 | UEFA U21 Qualifier | 3–0 W | 90 | 0 |
U23/Olympic Statistics
Horn served as the primary goalkeeper for the Germany U23 team at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, starting all 6 matches as the side reached the final and secured a silver medal. He made 540 minutes of appearances, conceding 4 goals and achieving 3 clean sheets amid a tournament run that included high-scoring victories.[35][5]| Date | Opponent | Round | Result | Minutes | Goals Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Aug 2016 | Mexico | Group Stage | 4–1 W | 90 | 1 |
| 8 Aug 2016 | Fiji | Group Stage | 10–0 W | 90 | 0 |
| 11 Aug 2016 | South Korea | Group Stage | 3–3 D | 90 | 3 |
| 14 Aug 2016 | Portugal | Quarterfinal | 4–0 W | 90 | 0 |
| 17 Aug 2016 | Nigeria | Semifinal | 2–0 W | 90 | 0 |
| 20 Aug 2016 | Brazil | Final | 1–1 (L 4–5 pens) | 120 | 1 |
Honours
Club honours
Timo Horn contributed to 1. FC Köln's promotion from the 2. Bundesliga to the Bundesliga in the 2013–14 season, where the team finished as champions with 68 points from 34 matches. He also played a key role in the club's second promotion in the 2018–19 season, again securing the 2. Bundesliga title with 63 points.[36] During his time at Red Bull Salzburg from January to June 2024, the club finished second in the 2023–24 Austrian Bundesliga and reached the semi-finals of the Austrian Cup, but won no major trophies. With VfL Bochum since August 2024, Horn has not won any club honours as of November 2025; the team was relegated from the Bundesliga at the end of the 2024–25 season and currently competes in the 2. Bundesliga. Individual-
- FC Köln Fans' Player of the Season: 2015–16[37]