About Walter Brom
Lived 1921 – 1968 (aged 47). Walter Brom was a Polish association football player.
Walter Henryk Brom (14 January 1921 – 18 June 1968) was a Polish footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Brom, who played for Ruch Chorzów, was a reserve player of Polish team at the 1938 FIFA World Cup. He was (and to this day is) the youngest goalie who has ever been listed in any World Cup finals. In early June 1938, when the tournament took place, he was only 17 years and four months old. He spent Poland's only game at the tournament, a 5–6 loss to Brazil, on the bench. He was one of the few players who continued his career after World War II. He made his official debut for the senior team on 11 June 1947 in a 1–3 loss to Norway.
During World War II, Brom was forced to join the Wehrmacht.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter Brom?
Polish footballer (1921-1968)
When was Walter Brom born?
Walter Brom was born on 14 February 1921 in Chorzów.
When did Walter Brom die?
Walter Brom died on 18 June 1968 in Chorzów.
What was Walter Brom's occupation?
Walter Brom was an association football player.
What nationality was Walter Brom?
Walter Brom was Polish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Brom. https://biography.guide/walter-brom/
MLA: "Walter Brom." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-brom/.
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