Beer before the curve - Günter becomes SC's record player - Christian Günter breaks SC Freiburg’s all-time Bundesliga record in emotional 2-1 win
SC Freiburg's Christian Günter has made history, becoming the club's all-time record appearance holder in the Bundesliga. The 30-year-old defender surpassed the previous record of 440 appearances, held by legendary player Andreas Zeyer, during a thrilling 2-1 win over FC St. Pauli.
Günter, who had already matched the record in a DFB-Pokal win in Düsseldorf, reached the milestone in his 441st competitive appearance for the Breisgau Brazilians. The match against FC St. Pauli was a special one for Günter, who was honored before kick-off and received a roaring ovation from the home fans.
The left-back, who lost his starting spot under head coach Julian Schuster but returned for the record-breaking match, celebrated in style. After the final whistle, Günter raised a beer with the fans in the home curve, a moment that will live long in the memory of Freiburg supporters. Schuster praised Günter's achievement, describing it as 'magical' and hailing the defender as a 'fantastic captain'. As a token of gratitude for the fans' unwavering support, Günter had arranged for 5,440 liters of free drinks to be distributed.
Christian Günter's record-breaking appearance was not just a personal milestone but also a significant moment for SC Freiburg. The victory over FC St. Pauli, secured thanks to goals from Nicolas Höfler and Lucas Höler, ensured that Günter's achievement was celebrated on the pitch as well as off it. With this feat, Günter has cemented his place in Freiburg's history books.
