Benjamin Lauth

German Footballer and striker

Benjamin Lauth - German Footballer and striker
Born

August 4th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Professional footballer played primarily as a striker. Spent most of his career with 1860 Munich, where he made significant contributions to the team's offense. Also played for VfB Stuttgart, showcasing skill and determination on the field. Represented Germany at various youth levels, including under-21, and was known for his scoring abilities in domestic leagues.

Scored over 100 goals for 1860 Munich

Helped 1860 Munich achieve promotion to the Bundesliga

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