Football is losing one of the best players in history. Franz Beckenbauer, The legend of the German national team and world champion died at the age of 78 as a result of an illness that had affected his health in recent years. The historic former central defender had a renowned career as a football player and coach, among his achievements the winning of two Ballon d'Ors (1972 and 1976) stands out.
In a statement, the family announced the death of the former FC Bayern Munich defender. “It is with deep sadness that we announce that my husband and father Franz Beckenbauer passed away peacefully in his sleep yesterday, Sunday, surrounded by his family. We ask you to cry in silence and not ask questions,” they said.
How many titles did Franz Beckenbauer win?
- Bundesliga (5)
- German Cup (4)
- European Cup Winners' Cup (1)
- European Cup (3)
- World Cup (as a player in 1974 and as a coach in 1990).