Karl-Heinz Schumacher
Karl-Heinz Schumacher, often known simply as 'Schumacher', is a former German football goalkeeper who gained notoriety during the 1982 FIFA World Cup. He became infamous for his controversial and brutal collision with French player Patrick Battiston during a semifinal match, which left Battiston unconscious and in critical condition. The incident, which resulted in no foul being called by the referee, sparked outrage and remains one of the most memorable and contentious moments in World Cup history.
Born on Mar 06, 1953 (73 years old)
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Schumacher was involved in a controversial incident where he injured Battiston but was not penalized.
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