Kahn mulls coaching in China
By Simon Lilly • Jul 17th, 2007 • Category: Keeper NewsBayern Munich goal keeper Oliver Kahn is to begin his new life as a coach in Asia from next June and China would be the top choice, according to FIFA’s official website.
“I am already 39 years old, and this year will be my last season,” the former Germany captain said during an interview with FIFA.
“I will be coaching in Asia, where they need professional training for goalkeepers. I have a few friends in China, South Korea and Japan, and they will be happy if I go there.”
Kahn played 86 games for Germany before quitting from national duty last year after the World Cup at his home soil, where he lost his place to Arsenal’s Jens Lehmann. He was awarded as player of the tournament at the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea although Germany lost to Brazil in the final game.
Simon Lilly is the Online Director at Great-Save.com and has been a goalkeeper for over 15 years.
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great news..
i never got proper training or any training as a kid being an asian and growing up in asia.
its good news for up and coming keepers in asia where they lack professionality.
Being a passionate Bayern supporter for nearly 15 years, and owning only jerseys with Kahn 1 printed on their backs,it was only natural that my 2006 German World Cup jersey also sported Kahn 1, which I knowingly ordered after the announcement he would play backseat to Lehmann. I am so sad to see him leave Bayern amidst talks that he would stay on and take up another position with the club. Still ever the Bayern supporter, and having every confidence in Rensing, Ollie my love, you will be sorely missed.