Karl Mai facts for kids
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| Date of birth | 27 July 1928 | ||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Fürth, Germany | ||||||||||||
| Date of death | 15 March 1993 (aged 64) | ||||||||||||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | ||||||||||
| 1942–1958 | SpVgg Fürth | 182 | (17) | ||||||||||
| 1958–1961 | Bayern Munich | 13 | (1) | ||||||||||
| 1961 | FC Young Fellows Zürich | ||||||||||||
| 1962–1963 | FC Dornbirn | ||||||||||||
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| 1953–1959 | West Germany | 21 | (1) | ||||||||||
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| 1963 | ESV Ingolstadt | ||||||||||||
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Karl (Charly) Mai (born July 27, 1928 – died March 15, 1993) was a German footballer. He was born in the city of Fürth, Germany.
He was a key player for the West German team. This team famously won the 1954 FIFA World Cup. Karl Mai played 21 games for West Germany and scored one goal. During his club career, he played for teams like SpVgg Fürth and Bayern Munich.
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Who Was Karl Mai?
Karl Mai was a talented footballer from Germany. He played as a Midfielder, which means he helped both defend and attack for his team. He was known for his strong and direct playing style.
Early Life and Football Career
Karl Mai started his football journey in 1942. He played for SpVgg Fürth for many years, from 1942 to 1958. Later, he joined one of Germany's biggest clubs, Bayern Munich, in 1958. He also played for clubs in Switzerland and Austria.
Winning the World Cup
One of Karl Mai's biggest achievements was winning the 1954 FIFA World Cup with West Germany. This was a huge moment for German football. In the final match, Mai had a very important job. He had to mark Sándor Kocsis, a famous Hungarian player. Kocsis had scored 11 goals in the tournament before the final. But thanks to Mai's strong defense, Kocsis did not score in the final game. This helped West Germany win the World Cup.
Playing Style and Personality
Karl Mai was known for being a very solid and straightforward player. His coach, Sepp Herberger, admired his playing style. Mai was also an outspoken person. He wasn't afraid to share his opinions, even with his coach. This showed his strong character on and off the field.
After Football
After his career as a professional footballer ended, Karl Mai became a coach in the 1960s. He later worked as a school trainer, helping young people learn about sports. Karl Mai passed away in 1993.
See also
- In Spanish: Karl Mai para niños
