Professional Profile
Oliver Bierhoff is not a visual artist; he was a German association football official and a former professional striker. Known for his physical presence as a target man, he was a prolific goalscorer characterized by his exceptional aerial ability. His skill in delivering precise headers made him a specialist in the air, utilizing his height and strength to dominate within the box.
His career spanned several clubs across different countries, including:
- Bayer Uerdingen
- Hamburger SV
- Borussia Mönchengladbach
- Austria Salzburg
- Ascoli
- Udinese
- AC Milan
- Monaco
- Chievo
Career Highlights and Achievements
Bierhoff achieved significant international recognition during the Euro 1996 tournament, where he scored the first golden goal in the history of major international football for Germany. He later served as the captain of the Germany national team following the retirement of Jürgen Klinsmann. His domestic success included being the Serie A top scorer in the 1997–98 season and setting a Serie A record for the most headed goals in a single season with 15 goals while playing for AC Milan.
Beyond his playing days, he held administrative roles, serving as a manager for the Germany national team and later as the technical director for the squad. He is a member of the AC Milan Hall of Fame.
Questions & Answers
How can I follow Oliver Bierhoff's work year by year?
A timeline of Oliver Bierhoff's works exists: the artist's Artwork Timeline page orders the artworks by creation date.
Where can I see Oliver Bierhoff's artworks arranged by atmosphere?
The artist's Mood Room page shows Oliver Bierhoff's artworks arranged by their atmosphere.
Where can I see Oliver Bierhoff's artworks in a 3D gallery?
Oliver Bierhoff's artworks can be seen in a 3D gallery on the artist's 3D Museum page.
Is there an overview of all the subjects Oliver Bierhoff painted?
Oliver Bierhoff's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.
