Heinz Kwiatkowski facts for kids
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| Full name | Heinrich Kwiatkowski | ||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 16 July 1926 | ||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Gelsenkirchen, Germany | ||||||||||||
| Date of death | 23 May 2008 (aged 81) | ||||||||||||
| Place of death | Dortmund, Germany | ||||||||||||
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||||||||||||
| Playing position | Goalkeeper | ||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | ||||||||||
| 1947–1950 | Schalke 04 | ||||||||||||
| 1950–1952 | Rot-Weiss Essen | ||||||||||||
| 1952–1966 | Borussia Dortmund | 300 | (0) | ||||||||||
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| 1954–1958 | West Germany | 4 | (0) | ||||||||||
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| 1964 | Borussia Dortmund | ||||||||||||
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Heinrich "Heinz" Kwiatkowski (born July 16, 1926 – died May 23, 2008) was a famous German football goalkeeper. He was born in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
Heinz Kwiatkowski was a key player for the West German team. He helped them win the 1954 FIFA World Cup, which was a huge achievement. He also played in the 1958 FIFA World Cup. He played four games for his country.
During his club career, he played for several teams. These included FC Schalke 04, Rot-Weiß Essen, and Borussia Dortmund. With Borussia Dortmund, he won the German football championship twice. These victories happened in 1956 and 1957. He passed away in Dortmund.
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Playing Style and Nickname
Heini Fausten
As a goalkeeper, Heinz Kwiatkowski had a special way of playing. His main skill was to punch the ball away with his fists. This was very effective in stopping goals. Because of this unique style, he earned a cool nickname. People called him "Heini Fausten." "Fausten" comes from the German word for "fist."
Career Highlights
Winning the World Cup
One of the biggest moments in Heinz Kwiatkowski's career was the 1954 FIFA World Cup. He was part of the West German squad. This team surprised many people by winning the tournament. It was a historic victory for Germany.
Club Success
Kwiatkowski spent many years playing for Borussia Dortmund. He was a very important player for them. During his time there, the team won the German football championship twice. These wins showed his skill and dedication. He played over 300 games for Borussia Dortmund.
See also
In Spanish: Heinrich Kwiatkowski para niños
