René Brodmann

Swiss footballer with FC Lausanne-Sport

René Brodmann - Swiss footballer with FC Lausanne-Sport
Born

October 25th, 1933
92 years ago

Died

2000
25 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Switzerland

Links & References

Played professional football primarily as a forward for FC Lausanne-Sport. Contributed to the team's successes during the 1950s and 1960s. Also represented Switzerland at the national level, participating in international competitions.

Played for FC Lausanne-Sport

Represented Switzerland in international matches

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