Torsten Frings
Footballer and coach, UEFA Euro 2008
Born
November 22nd, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A German footballer and coach, played as a midfielder. Made significant contributions to clubs like Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich. Earned 79 caps for the German national team and participated in the 2006 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2008. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, taking managerial roles in several clubs.
Played for Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich
Represented Germany in the 2006 FIFA World Cup
Participated in UEFA Euro 2008
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