Tuesday, 15 July 2014

Oliver Kahn

Oliver Kahn 


Oliver Kahn, is a former German goalkeeper. He is widely acknowledged as one of the best goalkeepers the world has ever seen. His presence between the posts and his commanding style earned him the nickname "vol-kahn-no"(volcano). Kahn is one of the most successful players in the German history who represented his nation in 4 world cups. Although the german team never won the World Cup in that era, Kahn remains the only goalkeeper to win the prestigious Golden Ball award. 

A boyhood Munich fan, he moved to the club of his dreams in 1994, after several seasons with Karlsruher SC where he was established keeper and was fast earning global fame. Although he had some rough patches in his Bayern career, he ended his career on a high note. In his last season, Bayern won the Bundesliga title.



He is regarded as the finest goalkeeper of his generation which included others like Peter Schmeichel, Fabian Barthez.
He was known for pulling out extraordinary saves and lifting team spirit from the goal-line. He also captained the Bayern Munich side for several years.
He currently resides in Germany and is a Bayern Munich global ambassador. He has also made several television appearences as a football pundit.




A legendary keeper. A collection of trophies from a glittering career at a supreme club. what else do you want to consider him a LEGEND !!




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