Horst Szymaniak
German footballer with Schalke 04 legacy
Born
1934
91 years ago
Died
October 9th, 2009
15 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A professional footballer played as a defender primarily for Schalke 04. Szymaniak's career spanned from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, gaining recognition for his defensive skills and leadership on the field. His significant contributions helped the team secure the DFB-Pokal in 1972. After retirement, transitioned into coaching, impacting youth football in Germany.
Defended for Schalke 04
Won the DFB-Pokal in 1972
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