Karl-Heinz Granitza (born November 1, 1951 in Lünen) was a German football (soccer) player. In the United States, he is a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame. Granitza played in Germany for VfB Lünen, Eintracht Dortmund, Lüner SV, DJK Gütersloh, SV Röchling Völklingen and Hertha BSC. In 1978, he transferred to the Chicago Sting of the NASL, leading the team to two league championships. He also excelled at the indoor game. Granitza was known for his powerful and accurate left foot.
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