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Wolfgang Peters
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Full name Wolfgang Peters
Date of birth (1929-01-08)8 January 1929
Place of birth Germany
Date of death 22 September 2003(2003-09-22) (aged 74)
Playing position Striker (retired)
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1954-1963 Borussia Dortmund
National team
1957 West Germany
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Wolfgang Peters (born 8 January 1929 – died 22 September 2003) was a German football player. He was known for playing as a Striker for Borussia Dortmund and also represented the West Germany national team.

Playing for Borussia Dortmund

Wolfgang Peters spent most of his football career playing for Borussia Dortmund. He joined the club in 1954. He played there for nine years until 1963. During his time at Borussia Dortmund, he was a key player. He helped the team achieve success in German football.

Playing for West Germany

Wolfgang Peters also had the honor of playing for his country. He was part of the West Germany national team. He played one match for West Germany in 1957. Even though it was only one game, it was a big achievement to represent his country at the highest level.

International Match Statistics

Here is a quick look at his international playing record:

Germany national team
Year Apps Goals
1957 1 0
Total 1 0

World Cup Squad

Wolfgang Peters was chosen to be part of the West Germany squad for the 1958 FIFA World Cup. This was a huge honor for him. Being selected for the World Cup team shows how talented he was.

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