Bodo Illgner

German football goalkeeper, World Cup winner

Bodo Illgner - German football goalkeeper, World Cup winner
Born

April 7th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Played as a goalkeeper in professional football. Helped Germany win the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Had a successful club career primarily with 1. FC Köln and later with Real Madrid. Won the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid in 1998. Retired from international football after earning 56 caps for the national team. Post-retirement, involved in various football-related activities, including coaching and commentary.

Winning the 1990 FIFA World Cup

Winning the UEFA Champions League in 1998

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