Joachim Löw

Football manager and 2014 World Cup winner

Joachim Löw - Football manager and 2014 World Cup winner
Born

February 3rd, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A former player and football manager, led the German national team to victory in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Managed the team from 2004 to 2021, significantly shaping their tactics and player development during that time. Served as an assistant coach to the national team prior to becoming head coach. Enjoyed a successful playing career in Germany before transitioning to management.

Led Germany to win the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Managed the German national team from 2004 to 2021

Developed strategic approaches that modernized German football

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