Heiko Herrlich

German footballer and manager, Stuttgart

Heiko Herrlich - German footballer and manager, Stuttgart
Born

December 3rd, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Played as a forward primarily in the 1990s and 2000s, primarily with the German Bundesliga teams. Represented the national team, earning caps in international competitions. Transitioned to management, overseeing various clubs and focusing on team development and strategy.

Scored 154 goals in Bundesliga matches

Managed FC Augsburg in the Bundesliga

Played for VfB Stuttgart and 1. FC Nürnberg

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