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Gerd Müller: Legendary Bayern Munich striker mourned after death, aged 75
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German soccer great Gerd Müller, who scored a remarkable 566 goals in 607 competitive appearances for Bayern Munich, died on Sunday at the age of 75, according to the Bundesliga club.
"Today is a sad, dark day for FC Bayern and all its fans," said Bayern President Herbert Hainer in a statement on the club's website. "Gerd Müller was the greatest striker there's ever been, and a fine person and character of world football."More Related News
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