When and where was Josef Dieter Maier born?
Josef Dieter Maier entered the world on the 28th of February 1944 in the small Bavarian town of Metten. He began his journey with Bayern Munich's youth sides in 1958 at the age of fourteen.
Questions about Sepp Maier
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How many European Cups did Sepp Maier win with Bayern Munich between 1974 and 1976?
Bayern Munich secured three consecutive European Cups between 1974 and 1976 under Maier leadership. The squad defeated Atlético Madrid, Leeds United, and AS Saint-Étienne to claim these continental honors while conceding a single goal across five games.
What happened to Sepp Maier during the traffic accident on the 14th of July 1979?
Maier suffered serious injuries in a self-inflicted traffic accident while aquaplaning out of his lane and colliding with an oncoming car. Medical staff initially missed a ruptured lung and a displaced liver until X-rays revealed two and a half liters of blood in his abdominal cavity before emergency surgery saved his life.
Why was Sepp Maier nicknamed Die Katze von Anzing by fans?
Fans nicknamed him Die Katze von Anzing due to his fast reflexes and agility on the pitch. He also became known for humorous antics like attempting to catch a duck during a match at the Olympiastadion and wearing overlong shorts as part of his iconic visual identity.
When did Sepp Maier retire from all coaching duties after working with Bayern Munich and West Germany?
His contract with the national side ended in October 2004 following a dispute between manager Jürgen Klinsmann and himself regarding Jens Lehmann. He continued working as head goalkeeping coach for Bayern Munich until he retired from all duties in 2008.