Wolfgang Overath
German footballer
1943 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
German footballer
Born
September 29, 1943
Age
~83 years
Name Origin
German
Timeline
association football player
GermanyBorn in Siegburg
1943
Born in Siegburg (1943-09-29)
2008
AwardOfficer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
2019
AwardOrder of Merit of North Rhine-Westphalia
Present
Age ~83
About
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.
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Who is Wolfgang Overath?+
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 midfiel
What does the name Wolfgang mean?+
The name Wolfgang means "A German male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Wolfgang (reinforced by Wolfgangus), from Wolfgang, from Wolfgang, from t=wolf + t=path, course.". It is of German origin.
When was Wolfgang Overath born?+
Wolfgang Overath was born on September 29, 1943.
Name Meaning
A German male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Wolfgang (reinforced by Wolfgangus), from Wolfgang, from Wolfgang, from t=wolf + t=path, course.
The name Wolfgang is of German origin, meaning "A German male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Wolfgang (reinforced by Wolfgangus), from Wolfgang, from Wolfgang, from t=wolf + t=path, course.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Wolfgang — September 29, 1943
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Ix
Jaguar — magic, earth force, mystery
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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Guestbook
Hated losing to you. But respect. Always.
— a rival
You're the reason I started playing.
— a kid who watched you play
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