Oliver Hein (born 20 March 1990) is a German former professional

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who played as a

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for SSV Jahn Regensburg.

Career

Born in Straubing, Hein joined SSV Jahn Regensburg from FC Dingolfing in 2007. He made his professional debut for Jahn Regensburg during the 2009–10 3. Liga season in a 1–0 away loss to

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. During the 2013–14 season, manager Thomas Stratos moved him from the defensive midfield position to

. In February 2020, Hein agreed a contract extension with Jahn Regensburg. He also announced his intention to retire in summer 2021 after 14 seasons with the club.

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* 1990 births Living people People from Straubing Footballers from Lower Bavaria German men's footballers Men's association football fullbacks Men's association football midfielders 2. Bundesliga players 3. Liga players Regionalliga players SSV Jahn Regensburg players {{Germany-footy-midfielder-1990s-stub