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Germany · 1970sFranz Beckenbauer
Rating
98
Caps
103
Goals
14
Life
1945–2024
Clubs
FC Bayern Munich, New York Cosmos, Hamburger SV
Honours
Ballon d'Or · 4× national Player of the Year (1966–1976) · 7× Hall of Fame (1976–2018)
#1
Editorial rank of 33 for Germany
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The people's rank, live from duel votes
The iconic "Der Kaiser," Beckenbauer redefined the libero role, winning the 1974 World Cup as captain and two Ballon d'Or awards for his elegant play. Career record: 103 caps and 14 goals for Germany; club career at FC Bayern Munich, New York Cosmos, Hamburger SV; honours include Ballon d'Or, 4× national Player of the Year (1966–1976), 7× Hall of Fame (1976–2018).
Career record
| 1965–1977 | FC Bayern Munich |
| 1977–1980 | New York Cosmos |
| 1980–1982 | Hamburger SV |
| 1983–1983 | New York Cosmos |
| Germany | 103 caps, 14 goals |
From the daily quiz
Who won the Ballon d'Or in 1972, 1976 and never as a striker, playing as a sweeper?
Reveal the answer
Franz Beckenbauer. Der Kaiser invented the modern libero role.
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