Silvan Jeremy Wallner (born 15 January 2002) is a Swiss former professional

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who played as a defender.

Career

Having started his career with

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, Wallner signed for

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club Blau-Weiß Linz on a two-year deal in September 2024. In November 2024, he announced his retirement from professional football, citing wanting to 'follow Jesus Christ' and having no intention to play football on Saturdays, 'the biblical day of rest' in the

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, as reasons for his decision.

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