Franz Beckenbauer vs Oliver Kahn
Germany against Germany. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Franz Beckenbauer
Germany · 1970s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 98
- Rank in Germany
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 103 · 14 goals
- 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)
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).
Oliver Kahn
Germany · 2000s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Germany
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 86 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Karlsruher SC, FC Bayern Munich
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2000–2001) · Golden Foot 2017 · Hall of Fame 2019
The charismatic Titan, Kahn's commanding presence and incredible saves earned him the Golden Ball at the 2002 World Cup and a Champions League with Bayern. Career record: 86 caps and 0 goals for Germany; club career at Karlsruher SC, Karlsruher SC II, FC Bayern Munich; honours include Golden Foot 2017, 2× national Player of the Year (2000–2001), Hall of Fame 2019.
The verdict
The almanac puts Franz Beckenbauer ahead by 5 rating points, 98 against 93.
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