Steffen Tigges is a German professional footballer who operates as a striker, currently plying his trade for SC Paderborn 07 in the 2. Bundesliga. Standing at an imposing 195 cm tall, Tigges is a classic target man known for his aerial prowess and physical presence in the final third. His career began in the youth ranks of his local clubs before he made his professional breakthrough with Borussia Dortmund II. His performances there earned him a move to 1. FC Köln in 2021, where he made his Bundesliga debut and gained valuable top-flight experience. Seeking more consistent playing time, he transferred to SC Paderborn in 2023, where he has become a key focal point in their attack. While major team honors have eluded him thus far, his development into a reliable striker at the second-division level marks a solid career trajectory. At 27, Tigges combines strength with an improving hold-up game, making him a constant handful for opposition defenses as he aims to help Paderborn push for promotion.