Oliver Baumann

• Full name: Oliver Baumann
• Date of birth: June 2, 1990
• Place of birth: Mannheim, West Germany
• Nationality: German
• Position: Goalkeeper
• Preferred foot: Right

Club career (highlights)

• Youth clubs: VfR Mannheim, SV Waldhof Mannheim, 1899 Hoffenheim (joined youth setup)
• 1899 Hoffenheim / TSG 1899 Hoffenheim: Baumann progressed through Hoffenheim's youth and reserve teams and made his first-team breakthrough in the 2010–11 season. He served as Hoffenheim's first-choice goalkeeper for many seasons, establishing himself as a reliable Bundesliga keeper with numerous appearances across league and cup competitions.
• TSG Hoffenheim II: Early senior appearances with the reserve side during development years.
• Other clubs: Prior to Hoffenheim he played in youth setups of local Mannheim clubs; later in his career (after many seasons with Hoffenheim) Baumann transferred to other clubs — notably he joined SV Darmstadt 98 in 2023.

International career

• Represented Germany at youth levels (including U20). He has not been a regular member of the senior Germany national team but has been recognized domestically for his consistent Bundesliga performances.

Style of play and attributes

• Known for good shot-stopping, composure, and reliable handling.
• Often praised for his consistency, reflexes, and ability to organize the defense.
• Also comfortable with starting play from the back with accurate distribution.

Notable facts

• Made his Bundesliga debut with Hoffenheim and accumulated over 300 appearances for the club across all competitions during a long spell as their primary goalkeeper.
• Regarded as one of Hoffenheim's most important players through the 2010s and early 2020s.

Information correct up to mid-2024; transfers or career developments after that date may not be included.