Josef Hickersberger

Football manager and former player

Josef Hickersberger - Football manager and former player
Born

April 27th, 1948
76 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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Austrian footballer and manager, played as a midfielder during the 1970s. Represented the national team, earning multiple caps. Transitioned to management, leading teams like Rapid Wien and the Austrian national team. Managed the national team during the UEFA Euro 2008, overseeing a campaign that included three group stage matches.

Managed the Austrian national team at UEFA Euro 2008

Played for Rapid Wien as a midfielder

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