Olaf Marschall

German footballer and manager, played for FC Kaiserslautern

Olaf Marschall - German footballer and manager, played for FC Kaiserslautern
Born

March 19th, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1966, a career in professional football began at FC Kaiserslautern. Played as a striker, contributing to the team's success in the Bundesliga. Transitioned to management after retirement from playing. Managed various clubs in Germany and worked in coaching roles, focusing on youth development and team strategy. Experience in both playing and managing at different levels of professional football showcases a commitment to the sport.

Played for FC Kaiserslautern

Coached several German clubs

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