Lukas Podolski: Still Kicking and "Living the Dream" at 40
A visual timeline of Prince Poldi's 40-year football journey. - Four-Decade Journey of Prince Poldi: Highlights from His Football Career Through Photos
You'd think a footballer reachin' the ripe age of 40 might start thinkin' 'bout settin' foot on the couch, but not ol' Lukas Podolski. Born and bred in Cologne, he rose to fame as a pro baller 'n club legend. Today, we're celebratin' his birthday with a hearty sausage, 'cause he ain't thinkin' 'bout retirements just yet. He's signed with Polish club Górnik Zabrze until summer '26.
He don't gotta worry 'bout money, neither. With a career like Podolski's—winner of cups in Germany, England, Turkey, and Japan, German champion, World Cup champ—the cash just keeps pourin' in. He's made a fortune off-pitch, too. His businesses stretch from trendy clothing to tasty döner, buildin' him an empire worth millions.
Grateful for Every Play: Podolski's Reflections
Forty feels almost Biblical for a footy player, yet Podolski ain't interested in a grand celebration. "I'm happiest livin' life, healthily, with family 'n kids, just savorin' a normal sausage or currywurst at the stands," he said on the sidelines, while gettin' ready for a documentary filmin'.
Lookin' back on his career, he's proud as punch. "I come from nothin', Poland's streets. Today, I can recall many beautiful moments," he says, detailed phases and setbacks included, but he's just pleased to "keep livin' the dream" with so many gorgeous memories under his belt.
Bonus Snaps from This Album
- Lukas Podolski—the man himself
- Football career highs 'n lows
- 1. FC Cologne—his starting ground
Fun Fact:
Lukas Podolski ain't just a footy star, he's a savvy businessman, too. His doner kebab chain's been a major moneymaker for him, garnerin' buzz from media outlets across the globe. But that ain't all—as a pro athlete, he's likely made millions more from transfer fees, endorsements, and various investments. It looks like he's set for life!
- While granting interviews for a documentary, Lukas Podolski, a proud German footballer enjoying a fortune built from on-pitch success and off-pitch business ventures like his doner kebab chain, expressed his contentment with his ordinary moments, such as savoring a sausage or currywurst at the stadium.
- Despite an illustrious football career that includes triumphs in Germany, England, Turkey, and Japan, as well as titles like the German champion, World Cup champion, and numerous other accomplishments, Lukas Podolski remains humble and grateful for every play, having come from humble origins on Poland's streets.
