Wolfgang Fahrian, the German footballer, passed away at the age of 81. How did he die? What happened to him? Here is everything you need to know about him, including his wife and family.
The obituary news of the legendary German footballer has been circulating all over social media. People are paying tribute to the German goalkeeper on Twitter.
Fahrian initially started his career as a defender, but the shortage of goalkeepers on the team made him pick up the gloves. Anyway, his decision of choosing goalkeeping led him to represent his country in the 1962 World Cup.
Although West Germany’s performance in the tournament didn’t go as planned, Fahrian used the opportunity to establish himself as a top-tier football player. Later, he went on to play 67 Bundesliga games.
What Happened To Wolfgang Fahrian? Footballer Passed Away At Age 81
The legendary German footballer, Wolfgang Fahrian, passed away at the age of 81. As per the initial reports, his cause of death is supposed to be pneumonia.
⚽️ Fallece Wolfgang Fahrian, portero de Alemania en el Mundial de 1962 https://t.co/jxWETxuDe3 pic.twitter.com/I9Dy9DSM1x
— EP Deportes (@EPdeportes) April 13, 2022
The German goalkeeper was fighting the disease for a long time. In 2006, his pneumonia got severe, which ultimately led him to a heart attack. However, he survived at that time.
After battling with the disease for a long time, he finally took his last breath in his home on Wednesday night, 13th April 2022. May his departed soul rest in peace.
The entire sports world is mourning his death. Many famous personalities paid tribute to the German keeper. His journey into the 1962 FIFA World Cup will always be remembered by football fans.
Wolfgang Fahrian Wife And Family Details
Wolfgang Fahrian is survived by his wife, Karola, and other family members.
Ex-Nationaltorhüter Fahrian (80) ist tot @BILD https://t.co/0z0HxvQERd
— Fradi Frad Dreizehn ?????? (@frad_fradi) April 13, 2022
The couple tied the knot together in 1962 and spent some of the best moments of their life together. The couple shared three daughters, whose names and identities are yet to revealed.
In addition, the German keeper left behind seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. May God provide strength and courage to his close ones to overcome this tough moment.
Wolfgang Fahrian Net Worth: How Rich Was He?
Wolfgang Fahrian’s net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million at the time of his death.
The German keeper made 67 Bundesliga appearances as well as played ten games for the national team. Playing in the top-tier German football league, he earned a significant sum of the money in his career.
In addition, he became a sports agent in the latter half of his career and find great success there. In 2006, he worked as an executive for ROGON Sportmanagement, one of the leading agencies in German football.