Harald Schumacher
Harald Schumacher is a former German football goalkeeper, best known for his controversial performance during the 1982 FIFA World Cup, particularly for a violent challenge that left French player Patrick Battiston injured. Schumacher's career spanned several clubs including 1. FC Köln and FC Schalke 04, and he earned a reputation as one of the top goalkeepers in Europe during the 1980s. His aggressive style of play and the infamous incident against Battiston have made him a polarizing figure in football history.
Born on Mar 06, 1953 (71 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 1 | 4.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 3,178 | $62,000 | 39$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,382 | $2,700,000 | 731$ |
| France | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 32,218 | $2,700,000 | 1,333$ |
| Totals | 3 | 138,253,640 | 53,778 | $5,462,000 | 2,103$ |
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France:
Harald Schumacher was mentioned in relation to a historical incident of aggression in football.
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Costa Rica:
Harald Schumacher's actions were compared to Liam Roberts' reckless tackle.
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United Kingdom:
Harald Schumacher's actions at the 1982 World Cup were referenced in relation to Roberts' challenge.
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