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Lothar Matthäus - German footballer, manager and pundit

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Lothar Herbert Matthäus is a renowned German football pundit and former professional player and manager. Born on 21 March 1961, he is celebrated for his exceptional career, which includes captaining West Germany to victory in the 1990 FIFA World Cup and being awarded the Ballon d'Or. This timeline highlights significant events and milestones in his life and career.
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Birth
21 March 1961
Lothar Herbert Matthäus was born in Erlangen, Bavaria, West Germany, to Heinz and Katharina Matthäus. His father, who fled from southern Silesia during the Soviet invasion in 1944, worked as a canteen manager, while his mother worked for Puma.
Early Football Career
1970
At the age of 9, Matthäus joined the youth team of 1. FC Herzogenaurach, a small town in Bavaria close to Nuremberg. His talent quickly became apparent, leading him to play in higher classes compared to his peers.
Professional Debut
1978-1979
Matthäus played for the amateurs of FC Herzogenaurach before making his professional debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach in 1979. He quickly became a first-team regular under coach Jupp Heynckes.
European Championship Win
1980
Matthäus won his first major title with the German national team at the 1980 European Championship. His impressive performances earned him a call-up to the Germany squad.
Bayern Munich
1984-1988
Matthäus moved to Bayern Munich in 1984, where he established himself as a driving force and playmaker. He won two Bundesliga titles and the DFB-Pokal during his first stint with the club.
Inter Milan
1988-1992
Matthäus joined Inter Milan in 1988, where he won the Italian league title in 1989 and the UEFA Cup in 1991. He was named FIFA World Player of the Year in 1991.
World Cup Victory
1990
Matthäus captained West Germany to victory in the 1990 FIFA World Cup, scoring four goals and lifting the World Cup trophy. He was awarded the Ballon d'Or the same year.
Return to Bayern Munich
1992-2000
Matthäus returned to Bayern Munich in 1992, where he won four more Bundesliga titles, two DFB-Pokals, and another UEFA Cup. He played in the 1999 European Cup final, narrowly missing out on a winners' medal.
Retirement
2000
Matthäus retired from professional football in 2000, having made 150 appearances for the German national team and scoring 23 goals. He went on to have a coaching career, though with limited success.
Ballon d'Or Dream Team
2020
Matthäus was included in the Ballon d'Or Dream Team, a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the greatest midfielders of all time.

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