Fredi Bobic

Footballer and Manager with Bundesliga success

Fredi Bobic - Footballer and Manager with Bundesliga success
Born

October 30th, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A footballer and manager, played as a striker and had a notable career in the Bundesliga. Achieved significant success with VfB Stuttgart, winning the DFB-Pokal in 1997. Later, played for Borussia Dortmund and helped the team secure the Bundesliga title in 1996. Transitioned into management, leading various teams including Hannover 96 and VfB Stuttgart and contributing to their development in German football.

Won the DFB-Pokal with VfB Stuttgart in 1997

Secured Bundesliga title with Borussia Dortmund in 1996

Managed teams in German football including Hannover 96

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