Hans-Jürgen Kreische
German football player and manager
Born
July 19th, 1947
77 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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An accomplished footballer, played as a forward. Spent the majority of playing career at 1. FC Magdeburg and achieved success in the 1974 East German Supercup. Later transitioned into management, where contributions were focused on developing youth talent in the sport.
Played for 1. FC Magdeburg
Won the 1974 East German Supercup
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