Karel Kroupa

Czech football player, national team

Karel Kroupa - Czech football player, national team
Born

April 15th, 1950
75 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

Links & References

Played as a forward during a professional career that spanned from the late 1960s to the early 1980s. Represented the Czechoslovak national team and participated in various international tournaments. Had a significant club career, playing primarily for Sigma Olomouc, where he contributed to the team's success in domestic competitions. Known for technical skills and scoring ability on the field.

Competed in the 1976 UEFA European Championship

Played for Sigma Olomouc

Scored critically important goals

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