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Questions about Władysław Żmuda

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When and where was Władysław Żmuda born?

Władysław Żmuda was born on the 6th of June 1954 in Lublin. He began his professional career with Motor Lublin before moving to Gwardia Warsaw in 1973.

Which clubs did Władysław Żmuda play for during his career?

Władysław Żmuda played for Polish clubs including Śląsk Wrocław and Widzew Łódź, Italian teams such as Hellas Verona and US Cremonese, and New York Cosmos. His playing career ended in 1988 after spanning multiple continents.

How many FIFA World Cups did Władysław Żmuda participate in?

Władysław Żmuda participated in four FIFA World Cup tournaments held in 1974, 1978, 1982, and 1986. He played a total of 21 matches at these finals, which is the sixth-most ever recorded.

What awards did Władysław Żmuda receive during his football career?

Władysław Żmuda won the FIFA Young Player Award in 1974 and was named Polish Newcomer of the Year that same year. Posthumous honors include induction into the Ekstraklasa Hall of Fame in 2022 and selection to the National Team of the Century from 1919 to 2019.

When did Władysław Żmuda play for the Poland national team?

Władysław Żmuda earned 91 caps for the Poland national team between 1973 and 1986 with appearances recorded in every year except 1983. He also competed at the 1976 Summer Olympics where Poland won the silver medal.