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Franz Beckenbauer
Winning the World Cup as both a captain and a coach, and redefining the attacking sweeper.
World Cup captain · Three European Cups
- Born
- 11 September 1945
- Birthplace
- Munich, Germany
- Died
- 7 January 2024
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Franz Beckenbauer
A German footballer whose calm distribution helped turn defence into the starting point of attacks. He later coached West Germany and held leading football-administration roles.
Early life
Munich childhood
Grew up in the Giesing district of Munich.
Bayern development
Joined Bayern Munich as a teenager after playing local youth football.
Career
- 1964
Bayern first team
Began his senior career as the club rose toward national prominence.
- 1972–1976
Peak years
Captained major club and international victories and won two Ballons d’Or.
- 1977 onward
Later playing career
Played for New York Cosmos and Hamburg.
- 1984–1990
National-team coach
Led West Germany to two World Cup finals.
Achievements
World Cup captain
Lifted the trophy after West Germany defeated the Netherlands.
Three European Cups
Helped Bayern win the competition in three consecutive seasons.
World Cup coach
Won the tournament again from the touchline.
Beyond football
Club administration
Served as Bayern Munich president after his coaching career.
Foundation
Established a charitable foundation supporting people in need.
Sources & photo credit
Life, career and references ↗Ballon d’Or award record ↗Photo: Panini Group. Public domain · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
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