Gerd Müller 1945 – 2021

Biography

Gerd Müller was born on November 3, 1945, in Nördlingen, a historic town in Bavaria. He would go on to become a notable figure in German football, contributing to the sport during a formative era in its development. His career reflected the passion and dedication that characterized athletes of his generation.

Müller’s life spanned nearly 76 years, during which he witnessed tremendous changes in both German society and international football. Though his playing years are now part of sporting history, his legacy remained connected to the game he loved. He spent his final years in Wolfratshausen, a picturesque Bavarian community south of Munich.

On August 15, 2021, Müller passed away in Wolfratshausen after struggling with Alzheimer’s disease. His death marked the end of a life shaped by athletic pursuit and German football culture. He is remembered as part of the generation of players who helped establish the sport’s prominence in postwar Germany.