Frank beckenbaeur news

Frank Beckenbauer is a German football legend and former player, manager, and coach. Here are some recent news updates about him:

Recent News:

  1. Frank Beckenbauer's health issues: In 2020, Beckenbauer was hospitalized due to a serious illness, which was later revealed to be a brain tumor. He underwent surgery and has been undergoing treatment since then.
  2. UEFA's ban lifted: In 2020, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) lifted the UEFA ban imposed on Beckenbauer in 2015, which was related to a corruption scandal involving the 2002 World Cup bidding process.
  3. FIFA's 75th anniversary celebration: In 2019, Beckenbauer was honored by FIFA as part of their 75th anniversary celebrations. He was one of the 12 legends invited to the ceremony, along with other football greats like Pelé, Maradona, and Zidane.
  4. Bayern Munich's 125th anniversary: In 2019, Beckenbauer was celebrated by Bayern Munich as part of their 125th anniversary celebrations. He played for the club from 1964 to 1977 and won numerous titles, including three European Cups.
  5. Autobiography release: In 2018, Beckenbauer released his autobiography, "Das ist mein Leben" (This is my life), which covers his life and career in football.

Recent Quotes:

  1. "I'm grateful to be alive and to have had the chance to experience so many incredible moments in football." (On his health issues)
  2. "I'm proud to have been a part of Bayern Munich's history and to have contributed to the club's success." (On Bayern Munich's 125th anniversary)
  3. "Football has given me so much, and I'm grateful to have been able to give back to the sport in so many ways." (On his autobiography)

Recent Awards and Honors:

  1. FIFA 100: Beckenbauer was named one of the 100 greatest living footballers by FIFA in 2004.
  2. UEFA Golden Player: He was awarded the UEFA Golden Player award in 2003, recognizing him as the best European player of the past 50 years.
  3. German Football Museum: Beckenbauer was inducted into the German Football Museum in 2015, recognizing his contributions to German football.

These are just a few recent updates about Frank Beckenbauer. He remains a beloved figure in the world of football, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of players and fans.