Podolski Retires at 40: Becomes Gornik Zabrze Owner
At 40, Lukas Podolski hangs up his boots after winning the Polish Cup with Gornik Zabrze, where he now takes over as club owner following years of investment.
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At 40, Lukas Podolski hangs up his boots after winning the Polish Cup with Gornik Zabrze, where he now takes over as club owner following years of investment.
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