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Lucky Richter

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Albert Lucky Richter (23 September 1964 – 2 July 2021) was a Namibian football manager and player.

Early life

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Richter was born and raised in Windhoek, Namibia, and started playing football at a young age.[1]

Playing career

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A winger,[2] Richter was nicknamed "Bazooka".[3] He has been regarded as one of the most entertaining players to watch in Namibia.[4] He played for Black Africa and abroad for South African club Bloemfontein Celtic.

Style of play

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Richter was known for his dribbling ability.[5]

Managerial career

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After retiring from professional football, Richter worked as a manager.[6]

Death

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Richter died on 2 July 2021, aged 57, from COVID-19.[7]

References

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  1. ^ "The untold football journey of Lucky Richter". neweralive.na (Archived). Archived from the original on 22 June 2023. Retrieved 8 September 2023.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
  2. ^ Lucky Richter at WorldFootball.net
  3. ^ "Richter talks business". africa-press.net. 12 December 2020.
  4. ^ "Lucky Richter - Pressreader article". Archived from the original on 27 June 2023. Retrieved 14 October 2023.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
  5. ^ "Lucky Richter - The Namibian article". 4 July 2021.
  6. ^ "Richter joins Lively Lions' hunt for glory". namibian.com.na. 17 November 2017.
  7. ^ "Lucky 'Bazooka' Richter dies of Covid-19". KickOff. 6 July 2021. Retrieved 2 July 2023.