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Signed album page, 5,25 x 8,25 inch - affixed on a slightly larger card, (1954), signed by 11 West German team members: W. Liebrich, K. Mai, H. Rahn, O. Walter, W. Kohlmeyer, T. Turek, H. Eckel, M. Morlock, S. Herberger in blue felt tip & by Fritz Walter in red ink (affixed Clipping) - additionally signed by an unidentified team member, attractively mounted (removable) for fine display with a photograph, shows the 1954 World Cup champions (altogether 11,75 x 16,5 inch), with trimmed edges, small areas of surface abrasion, and mild foxing - in fine condition.
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The West German Soccer Team of 1954 was a team that made history. Consisting of some of the best players of the era, they were able to achieve the impossible and win the 1954 FIFA World Cup in Switzerland. Led by legendary coach Sepp Herberger, the team was able to overcome the odds and prove to the world that West Germany was a force to be reckoned with.
The team consisted of several household names such as Fritz Walter, the team captain, Hans Schäfer, and Helmut Rahn. Walter was the leader of the team both on and off the field, and his trademark fire and passion drove the team to their eventual victory. Schäfer was the backbone of the team, providing the technical skill and tactical nous to help the team succeed. Rahn was the star of the show, scoring the winning goal in the final against Hungary.
The team itself was a mix of experienced veterans and young up-and-comers. The average age of the team was 24, with many of the players having just started their professional careers. This blend of youth and experience allowed the team to be both tactically sound and full of creative flair. The team was also known for their toughness, as they showed in their semi-final match against Austria, which went to a replay after the initial match ended in a draw.
The 1954 World Cup was an exciting tournament and the West German team was the underdog throughout. After winning their group, they faced a tough test against Yugoslavia in the quarter-finals, but managed to overcome them and reach the semi-finals. In the semi-finals they faced Austria, and after a closely fought match they managed to secure a place in the final. The final was a classic match between West Germany and Hungary, with Rahn scoring the winning goal in extra-time. This victory was seen as a major achievement for West Germany, as it was the first time they had won a major international tournament.
The West German Soccer Team of 1954 will forever be remembered as one of the most iconic teams in the history of the sport. They managed to achieve the seemingly impossible and win the World Cup, which put them on the map as a footballing powerhouse. They were a team of talented individuals who came together to create something special, and this is something that will never be forgotten.
It is an achievement that will live on in the hearts and minds of soccer fans around the world, and the legacy of the West German Soccer Team of 1954 will always remain.
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