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Gerd Müller was a German professional footballer who is widely recognized as one of the most prolific goalscorers in the history of the sport. Nicknamed "Der Bomber," he spent the majority of his club career at Bayern Munich, where he won multiple Bundesliga titles and three consecutive European Cups. Internationally, he represented West Germany, scoring the winning goal in the 1974 World Cup final and winning the 1972 European Championship. At the time of his death, he held the record for the most goals scored in a single calendar year.
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Gerd Müller ranks #2 of 168 in the Footballer ranking, behind Pelé, ahead of Alfredo Di Stéfano.
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Why is Gerd Müller nicknamed "Der Bomber"?
Gerd Müller earned the nickname "Der Bomber" (The Bomber) because of his explosive and prolific goalscoring ability. He is widely recognized as one of the most lethal strikers in the history of football.
How many goals did Gerd Müller score for Bayern Munich?
Müller scored an incredible 365 goals in 427 Bundesliga appearances for Bayern Munich. He helped the club win multiple Bundesliga titles and three consecutive European Cups in the 1970s.
Did Gerd Müller win a World Cup with West Germany?
Yes, Gerd Müller was a crucial part of the West Germany team that won the 1974 FIFA World Cup. He scored the winning goal in the final against the Netherlands.
When did Gerd Müller hold the record for most World Cup goals?
Müller held the record for the most goals in FIFA World Cup tournaments with 14 goals until Ronaldo surpassed him in 2006. His record stood for over three decades after the 1970 and 1974 tournaments.
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