Death Franz Beckenbauer (1945–2024)the greatest figure of German football, this Sunday at the age of 78, as confirmed by his family, gave birth to endless reactions on social networks. Here are some of them.
One of the greatest sons of European football
Slovenian Alexander Ceferinthe president UEFAsaid goodbye with an emotional message from the former German player and coach Franz Beckenbauer in which he praises his figure and assures that he gives “Farewell, true legend!”
“The world of football mourns the loss of the legendary Kaiser. His incomparable versatility, elegant transitions between defense and midfield, impeccable ball control and “His visionary style changed the way football was played in his time.”basic moments Ceferin.
“His unparalleled versatility, graceful transitions between defense and midfield, impeccable ball control and visionary style have changed the way football is played. Beckenbauer’s legacy as one of the greatest footballers of all time is undeniable…”
Tribute to Franz Beckenbauer: ⬇️
— UEFA (@UEFA) January 8, 2024
European football’s top leader says “His leadership qualities were evident when he captained both teams.”national team and Bayern Munich, during his most successful periods and continued to shine in his coaching career.”
Franz Beckenbauer, one of European football’s greatest sons, has died aged 78.
Der Kaiser was an outstanding player, successful coach and popular pundit who shaped German football like no other. pic.twitter.com/rW12ArNnNh
— UEFA (@UEFA) January 8, 2024
Likewise, this indicates that “Beckenbauer’s Legacy” as one of the greatest footballers of all time This is beyond any doubt.”
Paying tribute to UEFA’s Kaiser, he reviews it long and successful career as a player, coach, remember your role to Germany will host the 2006 World Cup. as well as some personal achievements, among which he remembers the awards “German Footballer of the Century” (awarded in 2000), “German Footballer of the Year” (4 times), FIFA President’s Award (2012), UEFA FIFA President’s Award (2013) .). ) and various recognitions for his public career and charitable work. EFE
Official recognition of the Kaiser
Bye, Olaf Scholz The German Chancellor said goodbye this Monday to Franz Beckenbauer, whom he described as football figure this worried several generations and that The Germans will let you through.
“He was a world champion as a player and coach, For many, he was the “Kaiser” also because he inspired enthusiasm for German football. over many generations,” Scholz said in his report. X.
Weltmeister als Spieler und Trainer: Franz Beckenbauer fought with a great football player in Germany and for the life of the “Kaiser” – this is also a generation for German football. Er wird uns fehlen. Meine Gedanken sind bei seiner Familie und Freunden. pic.twitter.com/hSEWFfYk7R
— Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz (@Bundeskanzler) January 8, 2024
“We will miss him. My thoughts are with his family and friends.“he added.
Scholz’s message joins many others from the world of German politics and sports, including that of the Bavarian Prime Minister, Markus Soederworld champion 2014 Thomas Muller or 1990 world champions Rudi Völler and Lothar Matthäus.
“One of the greatest players in Bayern history has left us. Rest in peace, Kaiser Franz,” Müller wrote on Twitter.
Einer der greatest footballer der Vereinsgeschichte de @FCBayern hat uns leider verlassen. 😞
Ruhe in Frieden, Kaiser Franz.
Wir werden nie vergessen was not until you played football in Germany. #TEAR #Kaiser https://t.co/rvUOxCzaH7— Thomas Mueller (@esmuellert_) January 8, 2024
“We will never forget what you did for German football,” he added.
“His death is a loss for football and Germany.”he told the newspaper “Image» Lothar Mateus, team captain World champion in Italy 1990 With Beckenbauer as coach.
Fußball-Welt erschüttert vom #Beckenbauer-Tod: “Der Schock sitzt tief!” https://t.co/4D2OH8NLAy
— BILD Sport (@BILD_Sport) January 8, 2024
“He was one of the greatest coaches and players; on and off the field,” he added.
“Kaiser was the most beautiful footballer who won everything with grace and charm”
Another figure on the field and currently as a commentator, the Englishman. Gary Lineker He joined in the condolences.
Via social network X, Linekerscoring champion Mexico 86 and former player Barcelona, Leicester and Tottenham, Indian:
I am very sorry to hear that Franz Beckenbauer has passed away. One of the greatest football players. Kaiser was the most beautiful footballer who won everything with grace and charm.
I’m very sorry to hear that Franz Beckenbauer has died. One of the greatest players in our game. Der Kaiser was the most beautiful of footballers who won everything with grace and charm. TEAR.
—Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) January 8, 2024
Other of the many reactions after the death of the Kaiser:
Bayern’s world is no longer what it was, suddenly darker, quieter, poorer: Germany’s record champion mourns the loss of Franz Beckenbauer, the incomparable “Kaiser” without whom Bayern would never have become the club it is today. .
Rest in peace,… pic.twitter.com/QSeT4PRguu
— FC Bayern Munich, Spanish (@FCBayernES) January 8, 2024
May the great Franz Beckenbauer rest in peace, admired, respected and recommended, he is the great “KAISER”. pic.twitter.com/ENgLkk9htB
— Rafa Marquez (@RafaMarquezMX) January 8, 2024
Today one of the best players in the history of football left us. I’m proud to have played for Argentina against Germany and greeted them before kick-off. RIP Franz Beckenbauer pic.twitter.com/yBqFjCb9gT
— Kike Wolf (@wolffquique) January 8, 2024
Franz Beckenbauer, one of European football’s greatest legends, has died aged 78.
Der Kaiser was an outstanding player, successful coach and popular commentator who shaped German football like no other. pic.twitter.com/qlHnRFY4Qf
— UEFA.com in Spanish (@UEFAcom_es) January 8, 2024
Official announcement: death of Franz Beckenbauer.#Real Madrid
— Real Madrid (@realmadrid) January 8, 2024
FC Barcelona joins us in our condolences on the death of Franz Beckenbauer, a legend of world football, who passed away today at the age of 78. rest in peace
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) January 8, 2024
Franz Beckenbauer, the great legend of world football, has left us. The entire sports family shares the pain of his death and expresses our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace.
— Atletico Madrid (@Atleti) January 8, 2024
May one of the legends of world football, Franz Beckenbauer, rest in peace. 🇩🇪#EnLaVidaYEnLaCancha We will remember you forever, “Kaiser”.✝️ pic.twitter.com/Lh0L61U3R2
— Rayados (@Rayados) January 8, 2024
Everyone at West Ham United mourns the tragic death of Franz Beckenbauer.
Our condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/JJlqdh6Quq
— West Ham Spain (@WestHamEspanol) January 8, 2024
One of the greatest celebrities in the history of football, Franz Beckenbauer, the ultimate symbol of elegance and precision in defense, world champion as a player and coach, president of the organizing committee in 2006 as director, has died. May the eternal Kaiser rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/GUFMvsDiwy
— Alberto Lati (@albertolati) January 8, 2024
The only “Kaiser” of football, a legend, a figurehead among the top ten of all time, a man who revolutionized the discipline, has died.
The best central defender in history. Winner of two Golden Balls. Rest in peace to the great Franz Beckenbauer, a true German. #Beckenbauer pic.twitter.com/IGKjeOdxRq— Juan Pablo Fernandez🙋🏻♂️ (@JuanPabloFdz) January 8, 2024
⚫ Franz Beckenbauer, legend @FCBayern and world champion with Germany.
Rest in peace.
📸 El Kaiser, at Villa de Bilbao, the captains drew with Thusi Aranguren, in San Mamés. #Athletic Club 🦁 pic.twitter.com/qnTZE8DHbD
— Sports Club (@AthleticClub) January 8, 2024
⚫️The Royal Spanish Football Federation deeply regrets the loss of Franz Beckenbauer, a legend of German and world football who marked an era and whose legacy will last forever.
D.E.P. pic.twitter.com/bmW3FK1NnD
— RFEF (@rfef) January 8, 2024
Club Regatas do Flamengo deeply regrets the death of the German Franz Beckenbauer, one of the greatest players in history. In a photograph taken in 1982, Beckenbauer appears with the Sacred Robe. This was after a 3:3 draw between Flamengo and Cosmos in the USA… pic.twitter.com/Cnzo4hCwQx
— Flamengo (@Flamengo_es) January 8, 2024
Today, a true legend of German and world football, Franz Beckenbauer, has left us.
Rest in peace, Kaiser. All the best to your family and friends! 🖤 pic.twitter.com/Rot8AiJT28
— 1. FC Union Berlin ES (@fcunion_es) January 8, 2024
📍The Chilean Football Federation joins the global mourning and sends @DFB_Team Condolences, strength and support for the sensitive passing of Franz Beckenbauer, a world football legend who has died aged 78.
See you again, Kaiser 🪽🖤 pic.twitter.com/wuotAJmold
— Team Chile (@LaRoja) January 8, 2024
Source: Aristegui Noticias

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