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The Sun
6 days ago
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- The Sun
Frank Mill, 1990 World Cup winner with West Germany, dies at 67
FRANK Mill, a key member of West Germany's 1990 World Cup-winning team, has passed away at the age of 67. His former clubs Fortuna Duesseldorf and Rot-Weiss Essen confirmed the news on Tuesday. Mill, who also secured a bronze medal with West Germany at the 1988 Seoul Olympics and lifted the German Cup with Borussia Dortmund, succumbed to complications from a severe heart attack suffered in May. Though he earned 17 caps for West Germany, he did not feature in any matches during the 1990 World Cup in Italy. Rot-Weiss Essen, his hometown club, paid tribute to Mill, calling him 'a legend' and 'an ambassador for football across the country.' His death follows that of teammate Andreas Brehme, who scored the decisive goal in the 1990 final against Argentina. -AFP
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Frank Mill, 1990 FIFA World Cup winner, dies aged 67
Frank Mill BERLIN: Frank Mill, a World Cup winner with West Germany in 1990, has died aged 67, his former clubs Fortuna Duesseldorf and Rot-Weiss Essen confirmed on Tuesday. Mill, who also won a bronze medal with West Germany at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul and a German Cup with Borussia Dortmund, passed away from the effects of a severe heart attack suffered in May. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! He played 17 times for West Germany and was part of the 1990 World Cup squad, although he did not play in the tournament in Italy. In a statement, hometown club Essen called Mill "a legend" and "an ambassador for football across the country". Mill is the second member of the 1990 World Cup squad to pass away after Andreas Brehme, who scored the winning goal in the final against Argentina. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Frank Mill dead at 67: World Cup winner dies after heart attack as tributes pour in
The former striker starred for Borussia Dortmund for eight years STAR DEAD Frank Mill dead at 67: World Cup winner dies after heart attack as tributes pour in FORMER World Cup winner Frank Mill has died aged 67. The German suffered a heart attack in May and passed away at 2:30 this morning. Advertisement 2 Frank Mill earned 17 caps for West Germany during his playing career Credit: Getty 2 Mill continued to be a popular figure among his former clubs after retirement Credit: Getty Mill was part of the West Germany squad that triumphed at Italia 90. He earned 17 caps in total for his country, winning the World Cup and an Olympic bronze medal for Die Mannschaft. German outlet Bild report that Mill suffered a heart attack while sitting in a car at Milan Malpensa Airport in late May. The former striker had flown to Italy to participate in a documentary about West Germany's World Cup triumph 35 years ago. Advertisement It's reported that Mill had to be resuscitated by paramedics after he had stopped breathing for several minutes. He was then airlifted to hospital, and had since been treated in German city Essen, his hometown. Mill is survived by children Vanessa, Kevin and Max. The former footballer began his career at Rot-Weiss Essen before being signed by Borussia Monchengladbach in 1981. Advertisement Following five successful years there he signed for Borussia Dortmund, where he would spend a further eight seasons. Mill finished his playing career with a spell at Fortuna Dusseldorf between 1994 and 1996. Harvey Elliott's classy three-word message to Harry Kane's 'heir' overheard on live TV after England beat Germany U21s He had a spell as a director with Fortuna after hanging up his boots. While he remained active in retirement, playing for Dortmund's veterans side as recently as last year. Advertisement Tributes have poured in for Mill from fans, while former club Fortuna Dusseldorf wrote on X: "Rest in peace, Frank Mill. "As we learned this morning, our former player and manager passed away at the age of 67 due to the consequences of a heart attack. "Our thoughts are with Frank's family & all those who were close to him." Mill's first senior club added: "Rot-Weiss Essen mourns the loss of its former striker Frank Mill. Advertisement "The native Essener passed away in the night from Monday, August 4, to Tuesday, August 5, due to the consequences of a severe heart attack. He was only 67 years old. "In total, Frank Mill, who joined RWE from Eintracht Essen in 1972 at the age of 14, played 165 professional matches (90 goals) for Rot-Weiss. Rest in peace, legend!"
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
McGrath keen to build on 'dream start' with Hibs
Jamie McGrath says he got off to "a dream start" by scoring the first goal for Hibernian in their friendly win against Rot-Weiss Essen. The Republic of Ireland international made his mark inside two minutes against the third-tier German side, tapping in from close range after visiting goalkeeper Jakob Golz saved his initial shot. Advertisement Goals from Junior Hoilett and Martin Boyle secured a 3-2 win for David Gray's side. "It was a good game, it was a good workout," McGrath told HibsTV. "I think at this stage of the season that is the main thing. "We all got stuff out of it and we had some good moments as well, but a lot to improve on." Midfielder McGrath, 28, who joined this summer on a four-year deal from Aberdeen admits he is still "learning" the ropes at Hibs. "Still learning how the gaffer and how the lads play but a really enjoyable night at Easter Road in front of the crowd," he added. Advertisement "It kind of felt like a European game, it didn't feel like a friendly at all so a really positive experience. "It was probably a dream start, the first touch, I should have scored and then I scored with the rebound. "Millsy (Lewis Miller) done really well down the wing and put in a lovely ball. "He was raging that he didn't get the assist because I missed the first one but a great start."
Edinburgh Reporter
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Having stand named in his honour was 'almost like a fairy tale' says emotional Pat Stanton
An emotional Pat Stanton described having a stand named in his honour as 'almost like a fairy tale.' The Hibs legend delivered the match ball ahead of Wednesday night's game against Rot-Weiss Essen and was greeted by a huge standing ovation from all sides of the ground with chants of 'There's only one Paddy Stanton' ringing out from the newly named stand. The vast majority of those in attendance would not have seen him play but his reputation amongst Hibs fans is such that stories of his ability have been passed down. Speaking ahead of kick off he said: ''My dad would be at a loss for words. When you think of all the Hibs supporters over the years and you having the good fortune to play for them and then to see my name up on the stand. I just feel great about the whole thing. It's almost like a fairy tale. 'My dad came from where Hibs were founded, up in St Mary's Street. Not far from St Patrick's Church up the Cowgate. That's where my dad lived up there. There were a lot of Hibs supporters up there at the same time and that was it. 'I'd pay at the boy's gate, and he'd pay at the adult's gate, but we'd meet inside. Not done it for a while, right enough, but that was what we did. 'My brothers came as well, and we stood in the same bit over the seasons. I can remember my very first game here in the first team. The game was about to start and where I used to stand with my brothers and my dad, I looked over, the corner flag away over there, and just waved to me. 'I tell you, that put pressure on me, from them. It played a big part in our life. 'When I first came here, I trained on a Tuesday and a Thursday night. And it was great then when I turned professional. 'But I always found over the piece there was always somebody you could go to and ask for help. Like John Fraser who played here at right-back and centre-forward as well. He would point things out to you after a game, and you'd learn quickly.' Stanton joined Hibs in 1963 before making his debut shortly after at the tender age of 19 years and 22 days. He developed into one of the best players in the Scottish game going on to win the SFWA Footballer of the Year award in 1969/70. Establishing himself as a leader on the pitch, Stanton became Hibs captain and helped lead his side to win the Scottish League Cup in December 1972, scoring the opener as Hibs beat Celtic 2-1 at Hampden Park. He also helped lift two Drybrough Cups. Stanton was known for his ability to read the game, his tackling, and range of passing, and those three qualities were influential as Hibs beat local rivals Hearts 0-7 at Tynecastle in 1973, and recorded memorable victories over Napoli and Sporting Lisbon in Europe. It was during his time at Hibs where he made his Scotland debut in 1966. He earned 16 caps in total and captained his nation on three occasions. In 1976, he ended his 13-year spell at his hometown club, and in total made 617 appearances, scoring 78 goals. On the announcement of the Pat Stanton Stand, Hibernian FC Chairman Ian Gordon commented: 'It's with great pride and pleasure that we are honouring Pat Stanton's amazing contribution to Hibernian FC and Scottish football during our anniversary season. 'The Pat Stanton Stand will serve as a lasting tribute to his achievements and legacy, inspiring future players and supporters for many years to come. 'On behalf of everyone associated with Hibs – the fans, the board, the staff, the players, the entire Hibernian Family – I would like to thank Pat for everything he's done for the Club.' Like this: Like Related
