Benjamin Huggel

Benjamin Huggel's trophy cabinet tells a story of consistent success, particularly during his time at FC Basel. He amassed an impressive twelve titles with the club, including seven Swiss League Championships and five Swiss Cup victories. Notably, he made appearances in four Swiss Cup Finals, scoring in each one he played, a remarkable feat for a midfielder. His contributions extended to the German Bundesliga, where he played for Eintracht Frankfurt. While he reached the 2006 DFB-Pokal Final with Frankfurt, the team ultimately finished as runners-up. On the international stage, Huggel represented Switzerland 41 times, contributing two goals, including a significant milestone: the 1000th goal in the history of the Swiss national team. After retiring from playing, Huggel transitioned into coaching, taking on a role as an assistant trainer for FC Basel's U-21 team, continuing his involvement in the sport.