Gündüz Kılıç

Turkish football player and coach

Gündüz Kılıç - Turkish football player and coach
Born

1918
107 years ago

Died

May 17th, 1980
44 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Turkey

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Turkish football player and coach. Played as a midfielder for Trabzonspor, where significant contributions led to the team's successes in the league. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, taking on roles with various clubs. Helped develop players and tactics within Turkish football, influencing future generations.

Played for Trabzonspor

Coached multiple Turkish clubs

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