Josef Smistik (28 November 1905 – 28 November 1985) was an Austrian football player and manager. Smistik played mainly in midfield as a wing half but could also play as a defender. A very versatile player Smistik was known for his strength, stamina and long balls. He was captain of the famous Austrian Wunderteam at international level.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 28 November 1905 | ||
| Place of birth | Vienna, Austria-Hungary | ||
| Date of death | 28 November 1985 (aged 80) | ||
| Position(s) | Defensive Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1921–1926 | ESV Stadlau | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1926–1937 | Rapid Wien | 201 | (20) |
| 1938–1940 | ESV Stadlau | ||
| 1940–1941 | FAC | ||
| 1941–1945 | Kremser SC | ||
| International career | |||
| 1928–1936 | Austria | 39 | (2) |
| Managerial career | |||
| 1952–1956 | FC Schaffhausen | ||
| 1958–1959 | Austria Wien | ||
| 1964–1965 | FC Schaffhausen | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
At club level, he played for Rapid Wien, ESV Stadlau, FAC and Kremser SC.
He later coached FC Schaffhausen[1] and Austria Wien.
References
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