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Peter Hermann, influential Bundesliga coach, dies at 74

ShotShot19 Sept 2026, 19:52
Peter Hermann, influential Bundesliga coach, dies at 74

Longtime Bundesliga assistant coach Peter Hermann has died at the age of 74. The former Bayer Leverkusen coach was known for his successful partnership with Jupp Heynckes and a distinguished career across several German clubs and national youth teams.

Peter Hermann, a longtime Bundesliga assistant coach, has died at the age of 74.

His death was confirmed by several sources, including his former club Bayer 04 Leverkusen. Hermann formed an influential coaching partnership with Jupp Heynckes, with the duo working together successfully in the Bundesliga for many years.

Throughout his career, Hermann worked on the sidelines for several German clubs, including FC Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, Nuremberg, Hamburg, Fortuna Düsseldorf, Schalke 04, and Borussia Dortmund.

He was also involved with the German Football Association (DFB), where he worked with several youth national teams.

Hermann leaves behind a long and respected career in German football, particularly as a trusted assistant coach at the highest level.

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