Rudolf Gyger was a Swiss football defender born on April 16, 1920, who represented Switzerland in the 1950 FIFA World Cup and played for FC Nordstern Basel, connecting him to the city. See wikipedia for more information. Albrecht Dürer, a pivotal figure of the Northern Renaissance, died on April 16, 1528, and had a significant stay in Basel where he connected with artists and developed his craft. See wikipedia for more information. Josef Hügi, a Swiss international footballer born in Riehen, died on April 16, 1995, and made a significant impact at FC Basel, where he played and later coached. See wikipedia for more information.