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German. Ottmar Hitzfeld was born in Lörrach, Germany, on January 12, 1949. He began his football career at the age of eight, playing for FV Lörrach. After a successful playing career, he became a highly respected coach, managing several top European clubs, including Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, and the Swiss national team. Hitzfeld is known for his tactical acumen and has won numerous titles throughout his coaching career.