Full name Francois Konter 1950–1961 Chiers Rodange Name Francois Konter | Role Footballer Years Team | |
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Date of birth (1935-02-20) 20 February 1935 (age 80) | ||
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François 'Bitzi' Konter (born 20 February 1934) is a retired Luxembourgian footballer.
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Club career
Konter started his career at local team Chiers Rodange but played much of his club football in Belgium, for RSC Anderlecht and AA Gent.
International career
He played for Luxembourg's national team at the height of the country's footballing strength, making his debut in October 1955 against Switzerland, and was an integral part of the team that almost reached the semi-finals of the 1964 European Championship.
During his international career, Konter played 77 games and scored four goals. He played in 16 FIFA World Cup qualification matches.
He was the country's all-time record cap holder from November 1966 until November 1995 when Carlo Weis overtook his tally. He played his final international game in April 1969, in a World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria.
International goals
Scores and results list Luxembourg's goal tally first.Honours
Personal life
Konter married Ginette Faber in 1981. They have one daughter, Nadine. His grandson Yannick Bianchini played for Jeunesse Esch and UN Käerjeng 97.