Lukas podolski news

Here are some recent news updates about Lukas Podolski:

Latest News

• On February 14, 2023, Podolski announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 37. He played for several clubs, including 1. FC Köln, Arsenal, and Galatasaray, during his 17-year career. (Source: BBC Sport)
• In January 2023, Podolski was appointed as the new sporting director of his former club, 1. FC Köln. He will be responsible for overseeing the team's football operations and making key decisions on transfers and tactics. (Source: ESPN)
• In November 2022, Podolski was inducted into the German Football Hall of Fame, recognizing his achievements as a player for the German national team and his contributions to the sport. (Source: Deutsche Welle)

Recent Career Highlights

• Podolski played for Galatasaray in the Turkish Süper Lig from 2015 to 2017, scoring 19 goals in 64 appearances.
• He joined Vissel Kobe in the Japanese J1 League in 2017 and played for the club until his retirement in 2023. During his time with Vissel Kobe, Podolski scored 30 goals in 85 appearances.
• Podolski earned 130 caps for the German national team, scoring 49 goals and helping the team win the 2014 World Cup.

Personal Life

• Podolski was born on June 4, 1985, in Poznań, Poland, but moved to Germany with his family at a young age and grew up in the city of Oberursel.
• He is married to his wife, Monika, and has two children, son Maximilian and daughter Sophia.
• Podolski is known for his charitable work, particularly in the area of children's education and healthcare. He has supported various charitable initiatives throughout his career.