Erich Ribbeck

Football manager and player

Erich Ribbeck - Football manager and player
Born

June 13th, 1937
88 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A German footballer and manager, played as a forward and later transitioned into management. Spent significant time at 1. FC Nürnberg as a player in the 1950s. Transitioned to manage multiple teams, including a notable tenure as head coach of the German national team during the mid-1990s. His coaching career included responsibilities in various clubs, focusing on developing talent and team strategies.

Played for 1. FC Nürnberg

Managed the German national team

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