Football Biography

Oliver Kahn

“Kahn”

German · Karlsruhe, Germany · Born 1 January 1969

Goalkeeper

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752

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The Titan — Germany's greatest goalkeeper and the only keeper to win the Golden Ball at a World Cup.

Oliver Rolf Kahn was born in Karlsruhe, Germany in 1969. He is the only goalkeeper in history to win the Golden Ball at a World Cup — awarded at the 2002 World Cup, despite Germany losing the final to Brazil. He played for Karlsruhe and then Bayern Munich, winning eight Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 2001 in a penalty shootout that he saved his way through after also conceding a penalty. His aggressive style — punching rather than catching, commanding his area with extraordinary presence — made him technically unique among goalkeepers of his era. He became CEO of Bayern Munich in 2021 before leaving in 2023.

Best Known For

Champions League (Bayern 2001)

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

Champions League (Bayern 2001)
Bundesliga 8x
World Cup finalist 2002
Golden Ball 2002

Career Journey

Timeline

1969 👶 Born in Karlsruhe, Germany

2008 🏁 Retired from professional sport

🏟️ Karlsruher SC

🏟️ Bayern Munich

🏆 Champions League (Bayern 2001)

🏆 Bundesliga 8x

🏆 World Cup finalist 2002

🏆 Golden Ball 2002

Goals	0
Apps	752

Club	Apps
Karlsruher SC	—
Bayern Munich	—

Nationality	German
Born	1 January 1969 (age 57)
Birth Place	Karlsruhe, Germany
Position	Goalkeeper
Retired	2008
Est. Net Worth	$5m

FAQ

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3 common questions about Oliver Kahn

When was Oliver Kahn born?

Oliver Kahn was born in 1969 in Karlsruhe.

What nationality is Oliver Kahn?

Oliver Kahn is German.

What position did Oliver Kahn play?

Oliver Kahn played as a Goalkeeper.

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