Oliver Kahn is only human after all

But there is more than the bare stats to Kahn as his attitude and appearance have always been the centre of controversy. Fans used to mock his long arms and muscular body by comparing him to an ape, pelting him with bananas at matches. On the field he once almost bit Dortmund8217;s Heiko Herrlich, grabbed Leverkusen8217;s Thomas Brdaric by the throat, and did even not shy away from shaking his teammate Andreas Herzog during a match.

Kahn has always stated that he needs to be emotional on the pitch, but such actions have alienated many, which could backfire on him now that things are not going so well. Kahn8217;s lifestyle has added to the controversy. Despite his frequent blunders though, Voeller fully believes that Kahn is expected to be a key player for Germany at the tournament.