![]() Read the full interview (in German) in the current edition of FC Bayern members’ magazine '51'. Giesing, FC Bayern, New York where did he truly grow up Der Kaiser talks about his childhood, the future of the club, and his definition of happiness. It can stain of mud, sweat and even of blood, but never of shame Our titles give us our nobility. Santiago Bernabeu The Real Madrid shirt is white. “I once saw Franz Beckenbauer enter a restaurant and he did it the same way he played football: with class and authority. Franz Beckenbauer celebrates his 75th birthday on Friday. Franz Beckenbauer Real Madrid is a legendary team that stands above all the others and is the target of all the players. He was a great leader too, a positive influence in the dressing room.” – Ossie Ardiles He could also play in midfield and in defence, but for me his best position is as the ‘libero’ at the back, bringing the ball out and linking defence with midfield. “Very graceful, great on the ball and a great reader of the game. The mark of a great player is the ability to be just as effective playing through different eras.” – Glenn Hoddle He inspired me as a kid, when I saw him play a pass with the inside or then the outside of his foot. He had a picture of every player on the pitch. Calmness, pace and the ability to effortlessly move into midfield and attack. Add to that the fact he was class epitomised and was at the top for a long time. ![]() “A true gentleman of football, who was capable of playing anywhere on the pitch because he was so skilful and read the game so well. We used to get our old players coming to watch training with football magazines in. ![]() “No one ever got past Franz.” – Gerd Muller The trouble for todays footballers is they have too many distractions.
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