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Gerd Müller
Scoring the winning goal in the 1974 World Cup final and transforming Bayern Munich’s fortunes.
Ballon d’Or · World Cup final
- Born
- 3 November 1945
- Birthplace
- Nördlingen, Germany
- Died
- 15 August 2021
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Gerd Müller
Gerd Müller was a German striker whose anticipation and quick finishing made him one of football’s most prolific goalscorers.
Early life
Nördlingen roots
Played for his local club before joining Bayern.
Early employment
Worked as a weaver while developing his football career.
Career
- 1964
Bayern move
Joined before the club entered the Bundesliga.
- Late 1960s–1970s
Scoring dominance
Became central to Bayern and West Germany.
- 1979–1981
United States
Finished his professional career with Fort Lauderdale Strikers.
Achievements
Ballon d’Or
Won after a prolific World Cup.
World Cup final
Scored West Germany’s winning goal against the Netherlands.
European Cups
Helped Bayern win three consecutive titles.
Beyond football
Coaching
Later worked with Bayern’s reserve team.
Health and recovery
Received support from former teammates during his struggle with alcohol dependence.
Sources & photo credit
Life, career and references ↗UEFA: Ballon d’Or winners ↗Photo: Unknown author Unknown author. Public domain · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
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