Günter Netzer

German footballer and manager

Günter Netzer - German footballer and manager
Born

September 14th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Played as a midfielder in football, primarily for Borussia Mönchengladbach during the 1960s and 1970s, winning multiple Bundesliga titles and earning the DFB-Pokal. Contributed to the West Germany national team, winning the UEFA European Championship in 1972 and the FIFA World Cup in 1974. Transitioned to a managerial role after retirement, coaching various clubs and gaining recognition for contributions to team tactics and player development.

Won multiple Bundesliga titles with Borussia Mönchengladbach

Secured the UEFA European Championship in 1972

Achieved victory in the 1974 FIFA World Cup

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