Holger Hieronymus facts for kids
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Hieronymus in 1979
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 22 February 1959 | ||
| Place of birth | Hamburg, West Germany | ||
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Sweeper | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1966–1972 | TuS Hamburg | ||
| 1972–1978 | FC St. Pauli | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1978–1979 | FC St. Pauli | 30 | (2) |
| 1979–1984 | Hamburger SV | 121 | (7) |
| Total | 151 | (9) | |
| International career | |||
| 1981–1982 | West Germany | 3 | (0) |
| Managerial career | |||
| 2001 | Hamburger SV (caretaker) | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Holger Hieronymus (born on February 22, 1959) is a German former professional footballer. He played as a defender, often in the "sweeper" position.
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Playing Career
Holger Hieronymus was born in Hamburg, Germany. He started playing football at a young age. When he was six, he joined a local team called TuS Hamburg. Later, he played for FC St. Pauli.
Joining Hamburger SV
In 1979, Holger joined Hamburger SV, a big club in Germany. He was a talented player, especially good as a sweeper. This position is a defender who plays behind the main defensive line. He helps to "sweep up" any loose balls or attacks.
His first season with Hamburger SV was exciting. In 1980, his team reached the final of the European Cup. This is one of the biggest club competitions in European football. They played against Nottingham Forest but unfortunately lost.
Winning Trophies
Holger and Hamburger SV worked hard. They finished second in the Bundesliga (Germany's top football league) in 1980 and 1981. Their efforts paid off in 1982 when they finally won the Bundesliga title!
The next year, 1983, was even better. Hamburger SV won the Bundesliga again. They also won the European Cup by beating Juventus in the final. This was a huge achievement for Holger and his team.
International Matches
Holger also played for the West Germany national team. He played three matches between 1981 and 1982. He was even chosen for the 1982 FIFA World Cup squad. Although he didn't play in any games during the tournament, it was a great honor to be part of the national team.
Career-Ending Injury
Sadly, Holger's playing career ended early. In March 1984, during a Bundesliga game, he suffered a very serious knee injury. This injury was so severe that it forced him to stop playing football professionally. He was only 26 years old when he had to retire in 1985. He had played 121 Bundesliga matches for Hamburger SV.
After Football
After his playing career ended, Holger Hieronymus found new ways to stay involved in sports.
New Ventures
He first started a sports center. Later, he co-founded a special center for athletes recovering from injuries. This was a place where players could get help to get back on their feet. He worked with his former teammate Ditmar Jakobs, who also had a career-ending injury.
Return to Hamburger SV
In 1997, Holger returned to Hamburger SV. He became the marketing manager for the club. From 1998 to 2002, he worked as the general manager. This meant he helped run the club's daily operations.
Later, in 2005, he took a leading role at DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga GmbH. This organization helps manage the Bundesliga competition. Holger Hieronymus has continued to be an important figure in German football even after his playing days.
See also
In Spanish: Holger Hieronymus para niños
