Bavarian Four-Time Champ, Egon Coordes, Passes Away
Farewell to Football Maverick Egon Coordes
In Memmingen, we bid adieu to the enigmatic former Bundesliga coach, Egon Coordes, at the age of 80. His storied career came to an end following a long illness at his residence. The family confirmed the tragic news to the German Press Agency, with the "Kicker" being the first to report it.
Coordes stood out as a key assistant to the likes of Udo Lattek, Jupp Heynckes, and Giovanni Trapattoni. His roots at Bayern Munich are indelible, earning them four German titles in 1985, 1986, 1989, and 1990. In the year 1997, the illustrious German record champion rehired Coordes as Trapattoni’s second-in-command. He found himself in Heynckes' coaching staff once more in 2011 and 2012, and later with the Bayern basketball team.
HC Herbert Hainer, the club president, shared poignant words, "Bayern Munich owes a massive debt to Egon Coordes: though he avoided the spotlight, he wielded great influence that contributed significantly to the 90s' successes." Tributes continue to pour in, as Egon Coordes will forever occupy a special place in the hearts of Bayern fans.
Football Chameleon
Egon Coordes transcended his Bayern Munich association and carved out an intriguing career as a player and coach alike.
Playing DaysCoordes began his professional journey as a defender for Werder Bremen from 1969 to 1971, notching 50 appearances and one goal. He later moved to VfB Stuttgart, where he played from 1971 to 1976, recording 107 appearances and scoring eight goals. Coordes was forced to retire in 1976 when Stuttgart suffered relegation.
Coaching Spectrum
- Head Coaching Gigs
- VfB Stuttgart (1986/87): Despite a promising start, his tenure was cut short by unfavorable circumstances.
- Hamburger SV (1992): His stay was tumultuous, earning him the unflattering moniker "Ekel-Egon."
- Hannover 96 (1995/96): Coordes could not solidify his position, once again leaving on a sour note.
- Austria Wien (1994/95): The duo parted ways amicably due to disagreements about his contract.
- Additionally, he trained briefly in Switzerland, the Gulf region, and Iran in 1999.
- Assistant Coaching and Specialty Roles
- Coordes made a name for himself as the fitness mastermind for Bayern Munich during the 80s and 90s, working under greats like Udo Lattek, Jupp Heynckes, and Giovanni Trapattoni.
- His expertise in conditioning propelled Bayern to win four Bundesliga championships in 1985, 1986, 1989, and 1990, leaving an everlasting impact upon the club's history.
- Beyond football, Coordes demonstrated his versatility and loyalty to Bayern Munich as the basketball team's coach.
In Memoriam
Though Coordes struggled to find lasting success as a head coach at various clubs, his indelible contribution as Bayern Munich's assistant coach and fitness specialist, coupled with his diverse career beyond football, shall always be commemorated. In the face of adversity, he persevered, consistently showcasing an exceptional devotion to sports. Rest in power, Egon Coordes. [1][2][4][5]
- Despite a rocky head coaching career that took him to VfB Stuttgart, Hamburger SV, Hannover 96, and Austria Wien, Egon Coordes' indelible contribution as Bayern Munich's assistant coach and fitness specialist extends far beyond those short-lived tenures, showcasing an exceptional devotion to sports, especially football.
- Beyond his notable work with Bayern Munich, Coordes also ventured into coaching in Switzerland, the Gulf region, and Iran, and even coached the Bayern Munich basketball team, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to sports across various European-leagues.
