Erwin Kostedde
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Erwin Kostedde (born 21 May 1946) is a German former professional footballer who played as a striker.
Career
The son of a German mother and a Black American father, Kostedde was the first mixed-race player to play for West Germany,[1] and was the top scorer in the Belgian League in 1970–71 and in Ligue 1 in 1979–80. He scored 98 goals in 218 Bundesliga matches.[2]
Kostedde won his first of three caps for West Germany in 1974.[3]
Personal life
In 1990, Kostedde was accused of robbing an amusement hall, and spent six months in prison before being acquitted and receiving DM 3,000 compensation.[4][5][6]
In 1994, a fanzine at Kickers Offenbach was started and given the name 'Erwin' in Kostedde's honour. The fanzine lasted for 13 years and produced 65 editions.[5]
In 2021, Kostedde featured in Template:Ill, a documentary detailing the experiences of Black players in German professional football.[7]
Honours
Werder Bremen
- 2. Bundesliga North: 1980–81
Standard Liège
Individual
- Belgian First Division top scorer: 1970–71 (26 goals)[9]
- Ligue 1 top scorer: 1979–80 (21 goals)
- Bundesliga goal of the year: 1974[10]
- City of Bremen sportsman of the year: 1981[11]
- Standard Liège Hall of Fame: 2024[12]
References
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External links
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