Prinz, Birgit (1977–)

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Prinz, Birgit (1977–)

German soccer player. Born Oct 25, 1977, in Frankfurt, Germany.

Won a team bronze medal at Sydney Olympics (2000) and Athens Olympics (2004); led Germany to European championships (1995, 1997, 2001); played for FFC Frankfurt; signed with Carolina Courage (2002); won FIFA World Cup (2003). Named German Player of the Year (2001 and 2002).

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