He shaped FC Bayern like few others: Franz Beckenbauer celebrates his 77th birthday today, 11 September. During his playing days with FCB, the "Kaiser" won the German championship and DFB Cup four times, as well the European Cup three times. As an official, he then led the German record champions to worldwide fame. On his special day, we offer our warm congratulations and best wishes, Franz!
Our extensive documentary takes a look at der Kaiser's services to FC Bayern and German football:
On his 77th birthday
In the footsteps of der Kaiser - the grand Franz Beckenbauer documentary
On his 77th birthday
In the footsteps of der Kaiser - the grand Franz Beckenbauer documentary
To mark Franz Beckenbauer's 77th birthday, fcbayern.com looks back at some special moments in his career: