Lothar Matthaus

How Lothar Matthaus’ Gamble Lured Bayern Munich To Sign Sammy Kuffour
25 May

How Lothar Matthaus’ Gamble Lured Bayern Munich To Sign Sammy Kuffour

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Former Ghanaian footballer, Sammy Kuffour recently shared an intriguing tale involving German football legend Lothar Matthaus, who offered to pay his signing fee when Bayern Munich was reluctant. Kuffour's football journey began when he left Ghana at the age of 15 after being discovered by King Faisal, eventually joining Italian side Torino. After a short stint with Torino at the youth level, Bayern Munich expressed interest in signing the promising Ghanaian defender. However, the German's were not willing to meet Torino's asking price of $500,000 in 1993. It was during this time that Lothar Matthaus, who had witnessed Kuffour's impressive…
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I Was Approached To Become Ghana Coach In 2006 – Lothar Matthäus
24 May

I Was Approached To Become Ghana Coach In 2006 – Lothar Matthäus

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World Cup winner and Germany legend, Lothar Matthäus, has revealed that he was approached by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) regarding the possibility of becoming the Black Stars head coach. He stated that he was not ultimately selected to take charge of the Ghana national team because the GFA may have had numerous candidates on their list. "Ghana approached me for the coaching role around 2005 and 2006. We were in touch, but for some reason, it did not work out in the final stages of discussions. "Perhaps there were many candidates on their list, and maybe I was one…
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Bayern’s Sacking Of Julian Nagelsmann Was A Mistake – Lothar Matthäus
24 May

Bayern’s Sacking Of Julian Nagelsmann Was A Mistake – Lothar Matthäus

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Former Bayern Munich midfielder, Lothar Matthaus, has described the decision of Bayern Munich to part ways with Julian Nugelsmann as a mistake. Nagelsmann spent two years as Bayern boss after his appointment in April 2021. His sacking in March 2023 – while he was on a skiing holiday in Austria – shocked world football. The Bavarians at the time were in the running for three titles: the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal and the Champions League, only to lose grip on two of those, a few weeks after Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as Nagelsmann’s replacement. “I think Bayern Munich in the last 12 months…
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I’m Interested In Player Development At Accra Lions – Lothar Matthaus On Expectations
24 May

I’m Interested In Player Development At Accra Lions – Lothar Matthaus On Expectations

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Former German international, Lothar Matthaus, says he is concerned more about the improvement and development of players following his decision to become the majority shareholder of Ghana Premier League side, Accra Lions. The 62-year-old, earlier on Tuesday, was at an event in Accra to officially announce his acquisition of shares in the club. The 1990 World Cup winner will be owning the club alongside football agent, Oliver König, and Chinese-based Ghanaian footballer, Frank Acheampong. Speaking about his long-term expectation following his investment in the club, Matthaus said: “What is important for me is performance and improvement from the players.” “When…
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Sammy Kuffour Explains Why Lothar Matthaus Is Investing In Accra Lions
24 May

Sammy Kuffour Explains Why Lothar Matthaus Is Investing In Accra Lions

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Former Bayern Munich defender, Sammy Kuffour, says Lothar Matthaus’ decision to invest in Accra Lions shows there are a lot of talents in Ghana. On Tuesday, May 23, there was an event in Accra to officially announce the former FIFA World Player of the Year as one of three new owners of the Ghana Premier League side, with the ex-player now boasting the majority stake in the club. Speaking at an event at the German Ambassador’s residence on Tuesday night, Kuffour, who played alongside Lothar, detailed the rationale behind the World Cup winner coming to Ghana. “I feel blessed to…
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Bayern Legend Lothar Matthaus Buys Accra Lions
23 May

Bayern Legend Lothar Matthaus Buys Accra Lions

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Former Germany captain and world cup winner, Lothar Herbert Matthaus, has officially bought the majority stake in Ghana Premier League side, Accra Lions. According to German outlet Der Spiegel, the Bayern Munich legend has named previous owners, Ghana international Frank Acheampong and football agent Oliver Konig as partners. Other reports claim that the stake bought by the German was worth €2 million. Speaking with Bild, Matthaus said his purchase aimed at the business side of football, given the enormous talents available in the country. "Of course, it's a business model. Ghana has always had a huge potential for talent, you…
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