Lars Ricken

German footballer, UEFA Euro 1996 winner

Lars Ricken - German footballer, UEFA Euro 1996 winner
Born

July 10th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Played as a midfielder predominantly for Borussia Dortmund. Ricken contributed to the team's success during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Scored in the 1997 UEFA Champions League final against Juventus, aiding Dortmund in securing their first title in this competition. Participated in the German national team, notably winning the UEFA Euro 1996, earning a place in the squad that claimed the championship. After his retirement, he transitioned to coaching and worked with youth teams at Borussia Dortmund.

Winning the UEFA Euro 1996

Scoring in the 1997 UEFA Champions League final

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