Max Lorenz facts for kids
Lorentz in 2014
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Max Lorenz | ||
| Date of birth | 19 August 1939 | ||
| Place of birth | Bremen, Germany | ||
| Height | 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Defender (retired) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1963-1969 1969-1972 |
Werder Bremen Eintracht Braunschweig |
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| International career | |||
| 1965-1970 | West Germany | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Max Lorenz was a talented German football player who was born on 19 August, 1939. He played as a defender and was known for his strong play. Max Lorenz played for important clubs in Germany and also represented his country, West Germany, on the international stage.
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Playing for Clubs: A Strong Defender
Max Lorenz spent most of his club career playing in Germany's top football league, the Bundesliga. He was a key player for two well-known teams.
Werder Bremen Years
From 1963 to 1969, Max Lorenz played for Werder Bremen. During his time there, he played in 176 league matches and scored 15 goals. He was part of the Werder Bremen team that won the Bundesliga title in the 1964-65 season. This was a big achievement for the club and for him!
Eintracht Braunschweig Experience
After leaving Werder Bremen, Max Lorenz joined Eintracht Braunschweig in 1969. He played for them until 1972. During these three seasons, he appeared in 71 Bundesliga games and scored 2 goals. In total, throughout his club career in the Bundesliga, Max Lorenz played in 247 matches and scored 17 goals.
Playing for His Country: West Germany
Max Lorenz also had the honor of playing for the West Germany national team. He was a defender for his country from 1965 to 1970.
World Cup Appearances
Max Lorenz was part of the West Germany squad for two major international tournaments:
- The 1966 FIFA World Cup in England. West Germany reached the final in this tournament.
- The 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. West Germany finished third in this competition.
In total, Max Lorenz played 19 matches for West Germany and scored 1 goal. He was a reliable defender who helped his team compete at the highest level of international football.
