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Gerd Müller - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 03, 1945 |
|---|---|
| Died | August 15, 2021 (age 75) |
| Birthplace | Nördlingen, Bavaria, Germany |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Gerd Müller's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Legendary goalscoring for Bayern Munich and West Germany; winning the FIFA World Cup (1974) and the FIFA Ballon d'Or (1970). |
Intro
Gerd Müller was a legendary German footballer renowned for his prolific scoring abilities, earning the nickname 'Der Bomber.' He is widely considered one of the greatest strikers in the history of football, with an unmatched goal record at both club and international level.
Early Life & Background
Gerd Müller was born in Nördlingen, Bavaria, Germany. He started his football career at his hometown club, TSV 1861 Nördlingen, showing exceptional talent as a goal-scorer even from a young age.
Career Highlights
- Scored 365 goals in 427 Bundesliga matches for Bayern Munich.
- Won the FIFA World Cup with West Germany in 1974, scoring the winning goal in the final.
- Won the UEFA European Championship with West Germany in 1972.
- Scored 68 goals in 62 appearances for the West Germany national team.
- Named Footballer of the Year in Germany (1967, 1969), and FIFA Ballon d'Or (1970).
- UEFA Champions League (European Cup) winner three times (1974, 1975, 1976) with Bayern Munich.
Trivia
- Gerd Müller's 365 Bundesliga goals remain a record for the German top flight.
- He held the record for most goals in a calendar year (85 in 1972) until Lionel Messi surpassed it in 2012.
- Known for his poaching instincts, rapid turns, and composure in front of goal.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Gerd Müller born?
Gerd Müller was born the 3 November 1945.
Where is Gerd Müller from?
Nördlingen, Bavaria, Germany.
On His Birth-Day
About November 3rd, 1945, in brief:
- Historical events: On November 3, 1945, Indonesian Vice President Mohammad Hatta issued a declaration encouraging the formation of political parties to prepare for democratic elections. This initiative aimed to establish a democratic system in Indonesia.
- Day of the week: November 3rd, 1945 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: It's Been a Long Long Time by Stan Kenton & His Orchestra (Vocal June Christy)
- Popular movie: The Lost Weekend directed by Billy Wilder
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