Ottmar Hitzfeld

Coaching Career and Major Achievements

Hitzfeld began his coaching career in 1983 with Swiss club FC Zug. After one year, he took over as manager of FC Aarau, leading the team to victory in the Swiss Cup in 1985. He remained with FC Aarau for four years, building a reputation for his strategic approach to the game.

In 1991, Hitzfeld was appointed head coach of Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga. During his tenure, he led the team to a UEFA Cup final in 1993 and later to a prestigious UEFA Champions League victory in 1997. His success with Dortmund earned him the honor of World Coach of the Year.

Following this triumph, Hitzfeld took over as head coach for Bayern Munich in 1998. Under his leadership, Bayern won multiple titles, including the DFB-Ligapokal and the UEFA Champions League in 2001. He was once again named World Coach of the Year, recognizing his outstanding achievements in club football.

Swiss National Team and Retirement

In 2008, Hitzfeld took on the role of head coach for the Swiss national football team. He successfully guided Switzerland through several international tournaments, including the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups. He retired from coaching after the conclusion of the 2014 World Cup, ending a distinguished managerial career that spanned over three decades.

Personal Life

Ottmar Hitzfeld is married to Beate Nehter, and together they have one son, Matthias Hitzfeld. Information about additional children has not been released publicly. Though his net worth and income figures are often cited in various biographies, precise financial details remain private.