In 1985, Stielike joined Neuchâtel Xamax and won two Swiss Super League trophies in 1987 and 1988 with the club.
Stielike was capped in 42 internationals with West Germany from 1975 to 1984[REF] with whom he won 1980 UEFA European Football Championship and the runner-up medal at the 1982 FIFA World Cup [REF].