Farewell to referee legend Heinz Aldinger: A football hero goes
Farewell to referee legend Heinz Aldinger: A football hero goes
A tragic news that shakes football: legend Heinz Aldinger died, a setback for German sport! The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed that the celebrated referee was found dead on October 18, 2024 at the age of 91. Aldinger, a veteran of football, leaves an impressive legacy.
Born in Waiblingen, Aldinger shaped the referee in German football from 1968 to 1981 like no other. With 136 Bundesliga games in his vita, he laid the foundation for a career that reached many heights. Legendary games were decided under his leadership, including the DFB Cup final in 1972, in which Schalke 04 triumphed 5-0 against Kaiserslautern, and the 1980 final when Fortuna Düsseldorf defeated 1. FC Köln 2-1. He also drew attention internationally and whistled in the European Cup winner in 1978.a master of decisions
From 1973 to 1981, Aldinger belonged to the FIFA referee list and represented Germany at the European Championship 1980 and the 1974 World Cup. His skills were rewarded in 1975 when he was the first "DFB referee of the year". As is known, Aldinger was valued for his sharp mind and humor. An anecdote that has become famous tells how he replied to Cologne Wolfgang Overath, who was annoyed by a decision: "And you, overathle, have been playing shit for 70 minutes!" A saying that remains unforgettable forever.
The DFB praised Aldinger Erbe as one of the most important in the history of German football. "Aldinger was one of the most important referees in German football history," said the DFB, while the grief for this referee legend remains noticeable. Football has lost a great guardian of fairness and respect, and the memories of his extraordinary career will remain forever.
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| Ort | Waiblingen, Deutschland |
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