Thomas Strunz

German footballer and Bundesliga champion

Thomas Strunz - German footballer and Bundesliga champion
Born

April 25th, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Played professional football primarily as a midfielder. Achievements include contributing to successful seasons in the Bundesliga with clubs like Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart. Represented the German national team, earning caps in international competitions. Known for strong play in both club and national settings during the late 1980s and 1990s.

Won the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich in 1994

Played in UEFA Euro 1996, winning the tournament

Contributed to VfB Stuttgart's success in the 1991-92 Bundesliga season

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