About Hans Nowak
Lived 1937 – 2012 (aged 74). Hans Nowak was a German association football player.
Hans Nowak (9 August 1937 – 19 July 2012 ) was a German football player. He played in four matches at the 1962 FIFA World Cup.
Club career Nowak was born in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. While playing for FC Bayern Munich, he won the Cup Winners' Cup in 1967.
International career Nowak became notable for being the first attacking full-back in German football. Between September 1961 and November 1964, Nowak was the standard right back of West Germany, starting in 15 out of 20 international games during that period. He didn't score during this period.
Career after pro times After retiring in 1971, Nowak coached FC Hochstadt and FC Herzogenaurach. He later worked for Puma AG in Herzogenaurach, becoming director of public relations there. After leaving Puma AG in 1991, he worked for FC Bayern Munich, organising the sales of merchandising.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hans Nowak?
German footballer (1937-2012)
When was Hans Nowak born?
Hans Nowak was born on 9 August 1937 in Gelsenkirchen.
When did Hans Nowak die?
Hans Nowak died on 19 July 2012.
What was Hans Nowak's occupation?
Hans Nowak was an association football player.
What nationality was Hans Nowak?
Hans Nowak was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hans Nowak. https://biography.guide/hans-nowak/
MLA: "Hans Nowak." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hans-nowak/.
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