Karl-Heinz Rummenigge
Awards & Honours
12
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
2
Records
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge is one of the most decorated figures in German football history. As a player, he won the Ballon d'Or twice, a feat achieved by only a handful of legends. He was a key member of Bayern Munich's European Cup-winning sides in the 1970s and led West Germany to European glory in 1980. His executive career is equally impressive: he transformed Bayern Munich into a global brand and a consistent Champions League contender. His leadership of the European Club Association helped reshape the power dynamics between clubs and UEFA. Rummenigge's legacy is that of a player who became a visionary administrator, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
FIFA 100
Named by Pelé as one of the world's greatest living players.
Ballon d'Or Winner
Awarded to the best footballer in Europe.
Ballon d'Or Winner
Awarded to the best footballer in Europe.
German Footballer of the Year
Best German player of the year.
Rankings & Lists
FIFA 100 Greatest Living Players
Ballon d'Or Winners
Ballon d'Or Winners
Records & Feats
One of only three players to win Ballon d'Or in consecutive years in the 1980s
Rummenigge won the Ballon d'Or in 1980 and 1981, joining a select group.
Most goals by a German player in European Cup/Champions League history (at retirement)
He scored 25 goals in the European Cup, a record for German players at the time.