Josef Hickersberger
π₯ TrendingA member of the Baby Boomer generation, Josef Hickersberger was born in 1948 in Amstetten and went on to become a celebrated Athlete.
Austrian footballer and manager
"Hickersberger's most defining career moment was managing the Austrian national team during UEFA Euro 2008, which Austria co-hosted." β About Josef Hickersberger
| Metric | Josef Hickersberger | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 77 | 47 | +30 yrs |
| Height | 177cm (5'10") | 176cm | +1cm |
| Career length | 59 yrs | ~35 yrs | +24 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Josef Hickersberger
Did you know that Josef Hickersberger, despite his deep roots in Austrian football, spent a significant portion of his managerial career coaching in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia?
- He was part of the Austrian squad that famously defeated West Germany 3-2 in the 1978 FIFA World Cup, known as the 'Miracle of Cordoba'.
- Hickersberger managed both of Vienna's fierce rival clubs, FK Austria Wien and SK Rapid Wien, a rare feat for any figure in Austrian football.
- After his initial coaching stint with the Austrian national team, he spent over a decade managing various clubs across the Middle East.
- He returned to manage the Austrian national team for the UEFA Euro 2008 tournament, which Austria co-hosted, leading them through their group stage matches.
- His playing career included spells in the German Bundesliga with Kickers Offenbach and Fortuna DΓΌsseldorf, showcasing his talent internationally.
Hickersberger's most defining career moment was managing the Austrian national team during UEFA Euro 2008, which Austria co-hosted. Despite not advancing past the group stage, he guided the team through a challenging tournament on home soil, a culmination of his extensive experience.
Josef Hickersberger is remembered as a versatile figure who made significant contributions to Austrian football both as a talented player and a respected manager, with a notable international coaching footprint.