Bernhard Cullmann facts for kids
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Cullmann in 2011
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| Date of birth | 1 November 1949 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Rötsweiler, West Germany | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.81 m (5 ft 11+1⁄2 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Midfielder, defender | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1961–1969 | SpVgg Porz | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1970–1984 | 1. FC Köln | 341 | (29) | |||||||||||||||||||
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| 1972–1973 | West Germany U23 | 3 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1972–1978 | West Germany B | 5 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1973–1980 | West Germany | 40 | (6) | |||||||||||||||||||
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Bernhard Cullmann, often called "Bernd," is a famous German former footballer. He was born on November 1, 1949. He mostly played as a midfielder, but sometimes he also played as a defender. He is well-known for his time playing for 1. FC Köln and the German national team.
His Football Career
Bernhard Cullmann started his football journey in 1969 with a team called SpVgg Porz. Just one year later, in 1970, he joined a bigger club, 1. FC Köln. He played for 1. FC Köln for many years. He took part in 341 matches in the Bundesliga, which is Germany's top football league. He scored 29 goals for the club. He played for 1. FC Köln until 1984 when he retired from playing football.
Playing for His Country
Cullmann also played for the German national team. Between 1973 and 1980, he played 40 matches for his country. He scored six goals for the national team. He was part of the team that won the 1974 FIFA World Cup. He also played in the 1978 FIFA World Cup. Later, he was part of the team that won the UEFA European Championship in 1980.
After Playing Football
After he stopped playing, Bernhard Cullmann stayed involved in football. From 1991 to 1996, he was on the board of 1. FC Köln. His son, Carsten Cullmann, also became a footballer. Carsten played for 1. FC Köln's main team and reserve teams from 1996 until 2011.
Awards and Trophies
Bernhard Cullmann won several important titles during his career.
With 1. FC Köln
- Bundesliga: 1977–78
- DFB-Pokal: 1976–77, 1977–78, 1982–83
With West Germany National Team
- World Cup: 1974
- European Championship: 1980
