He also netted his first two league goals, in 1--1 draws against Mainz 05 and Hamburger SV, and would be Germany's undisputed starter at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, partnering with Werder Bremen's Per Mertesacker.
He also netted his first two league goals, in 1--1 draws against 1. FSV Mainz 05 and Hamburger SV, and would be Germany's undisputed starter at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, partnering with SV Werder Bremen's Per Mertesacker.