Why did Podolski choose Germany?

Before World War Two, Podolski’s place of birth, Gliwice, was part of Germany and a city that his decedents had called home for decades. Podolski’s family were given Aussiedler status due to his grandparents’ German citizenship and they were able to settle in the surrounding area of Cologne.

Is Lukas Podolski Polish or German?

Lukas Josef Podolski (German pronunciation: [ˈluːkas poˈdɔlski]; born Łukasz Józef Podolski, pronounced [ˈwukaʂ pɔˈdɔlskʲi], on 4 June 1985) is a German professional footballer who plays as a forward for Ekstraklasa club Górnik Zabrze.

When did Podolski move to Germany?

Born on 4 June 1985, in the Polish city of Gliwice, Podolski moved to Germany with his parents, former footballer Waldemar and international handballer Krystyna, in 1987 to be reunited with his paternal grandparents. Four years later, he joined local club Bergheim in the Cologne suburbs before joining 1.

Who won Euro 2006?

2006 FIFA World Cup

Why did Arsenal sell Podolski?

The 34-year-old says his intention was always to spend longer in north London, but ambition ultimately forced him to walk away from Arsene Wenger’s squad.

Is Podolski a legend?

Lukas Podolski is a soccer player who has never been a star at club level. But he has always been a very important player for the national team. It is easy to follow the current successes of the German team on 1xBet.