Berti Vogts
Football coach and 1974 World Cup winner
Born
December 30th, 1946
78 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A former football player and coach, achieved significant success in both roles. Played as a defender for the West Germany national team and club teams, including Bayer Uerdingen. Captured glory as part of the West Germany team that won the 1974 FIFA World Cup. Later transitioned to management, coaching various clubs and national teams, notably leading the German national team to victory in the UEFA Euro 1996.
Won the 1974 FIFA World Cup with West Germany
Coached Germany to win Euro 1996
Managed Bayer Uerdingen and the Scottish national team
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