German Football Coach Christoph Daum Dies at 70

Christoph Daum, a prominent German football coach, passed away at the age of 70 after a long battle with lung cancer, as confirmed by the German Football League (DFL). Known for his passionate and controversial personality, Daum led several Bundesliga teams, including Stuttgart to a title in 1992, and made a significant impact on modern football. His career was marred by a cocaine scandal which derailed his chance to coach the national team, a situation exacerbated by rival Uli Hoeneß's public accusations. Daum openly discussed his cancer diagnosis in 2022, aiming to raise awareness about the illness, famously stating, 'cancer chose the wrong body.' His legacy includes transforming Bayer Leverkusen into a formidable competitor in the Bundesliga, as remarked by players and officials alike. Daum's death has deeply affected the football community, highlighting the lasting mark he left on the sport.