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Miroslav Klose is a German former professional footballer who played as a striker. He is the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history, having scored 16 goals across four tournaments between 2002 and 2014. During his international career, he earned 137 caps and scored 71 goals for the Germany national team, making him their highest-ever scorer. He was part of the squad that won the 2014 World Cup and also won the Golden Boot at the 2006 tournament.
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How many goals did Miroslav Klose score in World Cup tournaments?
Miroslav Klose scored a total of 16 goals across four FIFA World Cup tournaments between 2002 and 2014. This makes him the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history. He broke the previous record of 15 goals held by Brazilian striker Ronaldo.
Which national team did Miroslav Klose win the World Cup with?
Miroslav Klose won the 2014 FIFA World Cup as a member of the German national team. He famously scored his record-breaking 16th goal during the tournament's 7-1 semifinal victory over Brazil. The team secured the trophy by defeating Argentina in the final.
What is Miroslav Klose's international cap total for Germany?
During his international career with the German national team, Miroslav Klose earned 137 caps. He debuted in 2001 and retired from international play following the 2014 World Cup victory. He scored a total of 71 goals for his country, placing him second all-time for Germany behind Gerd Müller.
Did Miroslav Klose ever play in Serie A?
Yes, Miroslav Klose played for five seasons in Serie A with SS Lazio. He joined the Italian club in 2011 from Bayern Munich and became a beloved figure among the fans. He famously scored five goals in a single match for Lazio against Napoli in 2012.
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