Hansi Müller is a former German association football player known for his midfield prowess.
He was awarded the Order of Merit of Baden-Württemberg for his contributions to football.
Müller started his professional career at VfB Stuttgart, where he played from 1975 to 1982.
Biography
Early Life
Hans Peter "Hansi" Müller was born into a family of Danube Swabian descent, with both parents displaced from Yugoslavia after World War II. His father hailed from Bačka Palanka and his mother from Inđija, both located in the province of Vojvodina in Serbia. This background shaped his early life and connection to his heritage.
Career
Müller began his professional football career at VfB Stuttgart, where he played from 1975 to 1982. His talent on the field quickly garnered attention, leading him to represent the Germany men's national team from 1978 to 1983. He made his international debut in 1978 and was part of the victorious West German squad at UEFA Euro 1980. After the 1982 FIFA World Cup, he transitioned to Italy, playing for Inter Milan and then Como 1907 until 1985. He later moved to Austria, where he played for FC Swarovski Tirol until his retirement in 1990. Known for his elegant style as a midfielder, Müller was celebrated for his clever passing and charismatic leadership on the pitch.
Legacy
Hansi Müller’s contributions to football have been recognized with accolades such as the Order of Merit of Baden-Württemberg. His legacy as a skilled playmaker and a key player in Germany's football history continues to be remembered by fans and players alike.
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Career & Clubs
Müller began his career playing for his hometown side VfB Stuttgart. After the 1982 FIFA World Cup, he moved to Italy to play for Inter Milan for two seasons, and subsequently also spent a season with Como. In 1985, he moved to Austria to play with FC Swarovski Tirol, where he ended his playing career in 1990.
Müller made his international debut in 1978. While at Stuttgart, Müller took part in UEFA Euro 1980 with West Germany, aged 22, after a brief taste of action at the 1978 FIFA World Cup, where he started all four games. The tournament would prove to be Müller's international peak as they emerged victorious. He had a disappointing 1982 World Cup, and despite playing in the Italian league, he made his 42nd and last appearance for West Germany the following year. In total he scored five international goals.
Müller was an elegant midfield playmaker, who usually played in the middle of the pitch. He was known for his clever passing and excellent left foot, as well as his charismatic presence and leadership on the field.
- Club
- Inter Milan (1982–1984)
- Club
- FC Wacker Innsbruck (1985–1986)
- Club
- FC Swarovski Tirol (1985–1990)
- Club
- Germany men's national association football team (1978–1983)
- Club
- Germany national football B team (1977–1978)
- Club
- Germany national amateur football team (1976–1978)
- League
- Bundesliga
- League
- 2. Bundesliga
- National team
- Germany
- Club
- Germany Olympic football team (1976–1978)
- Club
- VfB Stuttgart (1975–1982)
- Club
- Como 1907 (1984–1985)
Trophies & Awards
- Award
- Order of Merit of Baden-Württemberg
Personal
Both his parents were of Danube Swabian descent (German: Donauschwaben) that were displaced from Yugoslavia after World War II. His father was born in Bačka Palanka and his mother in Inđija, both towns part of the province Vojvodina in Serbia.
Clubs
- VfB Stuttgart1975–1982
- Germany Olympic football team1976–1978
- Germany national amateur football team1976–1978
- Germany national football B team1977–1978
- Germany men's national association football team1978–1983
- Inter Milan1982–1984
- Como 19071984–1985
- FC Swarovski Tirol1985–1990
- FC Wacker Innsbruck1985–1986
Played together with
- Abdelaziz AhanfoufVfB Stuttgart
Abdelkader GhezzalComo 1907 · 2015- Accursio BentivegnaComo 1907 · 2015–2015
- Achille Gama MalcherInter Milan · 1909–1914
- Achim GlücklerVfB Stuttgart · 1983–1984
Achraf HakimiInter Milan · 2020–2021
Aco StojkovInter Milan · 2001–2005
Adam HloušekVfB Stuttgart · 2014–2016- Adam HloušekVfB Stuttgart · 2014–2016
Adem LjajićInter Milan · 2015- Adhemar Ferreira de Camargo NetoVfB Stuttgart · 2001–2003
Adolfo BaloncieriComo 1907 · 1932–1933
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Identifiers & aliases
Hans Peter "Hansi" Müller is a German former footballer who played as a midfielder.
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