About Rudi Weinhofer
Born 1962. Rudi Weinhofer is an Austrian association football player.
Rudolf Weinhofer (born 7 May 1962) is an Austrian former footballer who played at both professional and international levels as a midfielder.
Career
Professional career Weinhofer began his professional career in 1980 with Rapid Vienna, and made over 150 league appearances for the club over the next eight seasons. During the Second Round of the 1984–85 European Cup Winners' Cup, in a match against Scottish side Celtic, Weinhofer claimed to have been hit and injured by an object thrown by Celtic's fans; UEFA ordered the match to be replayed. Rapid progressed at Celtic's expense, and eventually reached the 1985 European Cup Winners' Cup Final – a match which Weinhofer played in – before losing to Everton.
After leaving Rapid in 1988, Weinhofer later played for First Vienna FC, St. Pölten, and Stockerau.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Rudi Weinhofer?
Austrian association footballer (born 1962)
When was Rudi Weinhofer born?
Rudi Weinhofer was born on 7 May 1962 in Austria.
What is Rudi Weinhofer's occupation?
Rudi Weinhofer is an association football player.
What nationality is Rudi Weinhofer?
Rudi Weinhofer is Austrian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rudi Weinhofer. https://biography.guide/rudi-weinhofer/
MLA: "Rudi Weinhofer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rudi-weinhofer/.
Chicago: "Rudi Weinhofer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rudi-weinhofer/.
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