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Wolfgang Overath

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German footballer

GermanyFootballersBorn 1943 · age 83
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Wolfgang Overath is a former West German footballer. A true one-club man, Overath spent his entire professional career at 1. FC Köln. He represented his country three times in World Cup finals, culminating in 1974 with the 2-1 victory over the Netherlands on home soil.

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Photos 3

Overath at the 1970 FIFA World CupOverath at the 1970 FIFA World CupOverath (right) in 1992Overath (right) in 1992

Teams 2

Germany men's national association football team1963-1974
1. FC Köln1962-1977

Career record

SpellAppsGoals
1963-19748117
1962-197740983

Awards 2

2019Order of Merit of North Rhine-Westphalia
2008Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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About this person

Wolfgang Overath is a former West German footballer. A true one-club man, Overath spent his entire professional career at 1. FC Köln. He represented his country three times in World Cup finals, culminating in 1974 with the 2-1 victory over the Netherlands on home soil. Primarily an attacking midfielder, Overath was known for his passing ability, technique and outstanding left foot.

Country
Germany
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
living
Dates
Born 1943 · age 83
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30 languages

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