Gerhard Strack facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Gerhard Strack | ||
| Date of birth | 1 September 1955 | ||
| Place of birth | Kerpen, West Germany | ||
| Date of death | 21 May 2020 (aged 64) | ||
| Place of death | Germany | ||
| Height | 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Defender | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1974–1985 | 1. FC Köln | 261 | (31) |
| 1985–1987 | FC Basel | 50 | (4) |
| 1987–1988 | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 17 | (2) |
| Total | 328 | (37) | |
| International career | |||
| 1982–1983 | West Germany | 10 | (1) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Gerhard Strack (born September 1, 1955 – died May 21, 2020) was a German footballer. He was a skilled defender. Gerd, as he was known, was born in Kerpen, which was then part of West Germany.
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Who Was Gerd Strack?
Gerd Strack was a professional football player. He was known for his strong defense on the field. He played for several important clubs during his career. He also represented his country, West Germany.
Playing for West Germany
Gerd Strack played for the West Germany national team. He earned ten "caps," which means he played in ten international matches. He scored one goal for his country. This was between 1982 and 1983. He was also part of the West German team for the UEFA Euro 1984 tournament. This is a big competition for European national teams.
His Club Career
Gerd Strack played for three main football clubs. Each club was an important part of his career. He spent many years playing at a high level.
1. FC Köln: A Long Career
Gerd Strack played for 1. FC Köln for a long time. He was with the club from 1974 to 1985. This was the longest period he spent with any team. He played many games and scored goals as a defender.
Moving to FC Basel
After his time at 1. FC Köln, Gerd moved to Switzerland. He joined FC Basel in 1985. He played for this club until 1987. He continued to be a strong defender for them.
Final Club: Fortuna Düsseldorf
Gerd Strack's last club was Fortuna Düsseldorf. He played for them from 1987 to 1988. After this, he finished his professional playing career.
Later Life and Legacy
Gerd Strack passed away on May 21, 2020. He was 64 years old. He is remembered as a dedicated footballer. His career spanned many years and included playing at the highest levels of the sport.
