Andrzej Rudy (born 15 October 1965) is a Polish former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.
Playing career Born in Ścinawa, Rudy started his career in football with Odra Ścinawa (1981–83). He debuted professionally with Śląsk Wrocław (1983–88), then switched to GKS Katowice (1988–89).
In July 1989, Rudy emigrated, joining Bundesliga side 1. FC Köln. After a short stint with Denmark's Brøndby IF (January–June 1992), he returned to Köln, remaining there until May 1995, subsequently moving to VfL Bochum in the second division (one season).
After leaving Germany, Rudy played for Lierse S.K. (1996–97, 1999–2000), AFC Ajax (1997–99) and K.V.C. Westerlo (2000–01), returning to Germany to retire, with SCB Preußen Köln (2001–02).
Between 1986–98, Rudy received 16 caps for the Poland national football team (three goals).
Managerial career As a manager, Rudy worked with Borussia Fulda (2003 as a playing manager and 2004 as a normal managerAKTUELL: Trainerwechsel bei Borussia Fulda RUDY kommt für SCHEER , express.de, 13 May 2004), Bonner SC (2004–05) and TSC Euskirchen (2007–08), returning in the next season to 1. FC Köln, to work within the youth system.
He was the manager of Sportfreunde Siegen from April 2010 to May 2011 and worked in a short period in January 2014 as a youth coach for TSC Euskirchen.
Post-retirement After retiring from football, Rudy found employment as a recovery driver in Cologne.
Honours Śląsk Wrocław Polish Cup: 1986–87
Lierse Belgian First Division: 1996–97
Ajax Eredivisie: 1997–98 KNVB Cup: 1997–98, 1998–99
Poland U18 UEFA European Under-18 Championship third place: 1984
Individual Polish Newcomer of the Year: 1985
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