About Herbert Pankau
Lived 1941 – 2025 (aged 83). Herbert Pankau was a German association football player.
Herbert Pankau (4 October 1941 – 25 July 2025) was a German footballer who played as a midfielder for Hansa Rostock. He scored 30 goals in 257 matches for Hansa Rostock in the East German top-flight. He won 25 caps for East Germany between 1962 and 1967. Pankau worked as an engineer after his football career. Pankau died on 25 July 2025, at the age of 83.
Career statistics Club
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Scores and results list East Germany's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Pankau goal.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herbert Pankau?
East German footballer
When was Herbert Pankau born?
Herbert Pankau was born on 4 October 1941 in Złotów.
When did Herbert Pankau die?
Herbert Pankau died on 25 July 2025.
What was Herbert Pankau's occupation?
Herbert Pankau was an association football player.
What nationality was Herbert Pankau?
Herbert Pankau was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herbert Pankau. https://biography.guide/herbert-pankau/
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