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Josef "Sepp" Herberger (28 March 1897 – 28 April 1977) was a German football player and manager. He is most famous for being the manager of the West Germany national team that won the 1954 FIFA World Cup final, a match later dubbed The Miracle of Bern, defeating the overwhelming favourites from Hungary. Previously he had also coached the Breslau Eleven, one of the greatest teams in German football history.

Quick facts about Sepp Herberger

  • Full name: Sepp Herberger
  • Born: 1897-03-28
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q157820

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Who is Sepp Herberger?

Josef "Sepp" Herberger (28 March 1897 – 28 April 1977) was a German football player and manager.

What nationality is Sepp Herberger?

Sepp Herberger is Germany.

When was Sepp Herberger born?

Sepp Herberger was born on 1897-03-28.

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