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Werner Krämer
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Full name Werner Krämer
Date of birth (1940-01-23)January 23, 1940
Place of birth Duisburg, Germany
Date of death February 12, 2010(2010-02-12) (aged 70)
Height 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in)
Playing position Striker (retired)
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1958-1966
1967-1969
1969-1973
Meidericher SV
Hamburger SV
Bochum
National team
1963-1967 West Germany
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Werner Krämer was a talented German football player. He was born on 23 January 1940 in Duisburg, Germany, and passed away on 12 February 2010. Krämer was known for playing as a Striker, which is a forward player whose main job is to score goals. He played for several important clubs in Germany and also represented his country on the West Germany national team.

Werner Krämer's Club Career

Werner Krämer spent most of his playing career in Germany. He was a key player for a few different teams.

Playing for Meidericher SV

Krämer started his professional career with Meidericher SV. He played for them from 1958 to 1966. During this time, he helped his team achieve great things. He was part of the team that finished second in the very first Bundesliga season in 1963-64. The Bundesliga is Germany's top football league.

Time with Hamburger SV

After his time at Meidericher SV, Krämer moved to Hamburger SV. He played there for two seasons, from 1967 to 1969. Even though he was only there for a short time, he continued to play in the Bundesliga, showing his skill at the highest level of German football.

Joining VfL Bochum

In 1969, Werner Krämer joined Bochum. He played for Bochum until 1973. During his time there, he helped the team get promoted to the Bundesliga. This was a big achievement for the club and for Krämer, as it meant he continued to play in Germany's top league.

Werner Krämer's International Career

Werner Krämer also had the honor of playing for his country, West Germany.

Representing West Germany

He played for the West Germany national team from 1963 to 1967. During these years, he played in 13 matches and scored 3 goals for his country. Playing for the national team is a huge achievement for any footballer, showing they are among the best players in their country.

World Cup Appearance

One of the highlights of his international career was being part of the West Germany squad for the 1966 FIFA World Cup held in England. Although he didn't play in the final match, West Germany reached the final, which was a fantastic achievement for the team. Being part of a World Cup squad is a dream for many football players.

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