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Franz Beckenbauer: legend of the game

25 January 2024 - 17:25

On January 7th 2024, Franz Beckenbauer passed away - labelled as one of the greatest of all time - helping Germany win the World Cup as both player and a manager.

The Top World Cup Teams

08 January 2021 - 10:58

Throughout the history of international football, we have seen some exceptional football teams that have proved their mettle on and off the field. Some of the teams on this list have been the most decorated on the planet, and most names on this list would be unsurprising for the true football fans.

Toni Kroos to Madrid almost completed?

12 July 2014 - 16:50

German legend Franz Beckenbauer has revealed that Manchester United target Toni Kroos will be joining Real Madrid from Bayern Munich this summer.

Mario Mandzukic set for Premier League switch?

29 January 2014 - 22:53

Mario Mandzukic could be set to leave Bayern Munich during the winter transfer window, having been named among the substitutes in the club's 2-1 away win over Stuttgart in the Bundesliga.

Bayern to let Podolski leave

01 December 2008 - 09:44

Bayern Munich president Franz Beckenbauer has confirmed that Lukas Podolski could well leave the club. It is understood that Man City boss Mark Hughes is keen on bringing the Germany international striker to the club in the January transfer window.

The Kaiser likes EPL idea

18 February 2008 - 22:05

Bayern Munich chief Franz Beckenbauer believes the Premier League's idea to take the game to foreign lands is an excellent one; but warned the Premiership that going up against FIFA's ideas could cost them a chance of hosting the World Cup in 2018.

Kaiser's Klinsmann worry

29 January 2008 - 20:51

Bayern Munich chief Franz Beckenbauer has voiced his concerns at the club's decision to appoint Jurgen Klinsmann as the new coach; citing his lack of experience at club level as a potential problem.

Bayern want Mourinho

06 January 2008 - 23:36

Bayern Munich's president Franz Beckenbauer has hinted that the club may make a move for Portuguese tactician Jose Mourinho after Ottmar Hitzfeld leaves the club.

England for 2018 alone

01 November 2007 - 22:36

Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick has ruled out England's bid for the 2018 World Cup involving any of the other home nations.

Kaiser supports England bid

30 July 2007 - 01:23

Franz Beckenbauer has thrown his weight behind England's 2018 World Cup bid. 'Der Kaiser' has said that realistically, England are the only candidates for hosting the tournament and deserve their opportunity to host the World Cup again.



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