Friedrich Scherfke 1909 – 1983

Biography

Friedrich Scherfke was born on September 7, 1909, in Poznań, Poland, during a time of significant change in Eastern Europe. He devoted much of his life to the sport of football, becoming known for his contributions to the game during the early-to-mid twentieth century. His career unfolded during a fascinating period in European football history, when the sport was rapidly developing and gaining popularity across the continent.

Throughout his years as a footballer, Scherfke participated in a sport that was becoming increasingly organized and competitive. Poland and the broader European football community were shaped by athletes like him who helped establish the foundations of modern play. His involvement in the sport connected him to countless teammates, rivals, and fans who shared a passion for the game.

Scherfke spent his later years in Berlin, Germany, where he lived until his death on September 15, 1983, at the age of 73. His life spanned most of the twentieth century, witnessing dramatic transformations in Europe, in football, and in the world around him. Though the specific details of his later life remain private, his legacy remains tied to his years as a Polish footballer during an important era of the sport’s development.