Franz Beckenbauer: References & Edit History

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Article History

Type Description Contributor Date
Modified link of Web site: History of Soccer - Franz Beckenbauer: Germany And Bayern Munich Soccer Legend. Aug 12, 2026
Updated subtitle. Jun 19, 2026
Article revised and updated. Apr 27, 2026
Anniversary information added. Jan 03, 2026
Add new Web site: Official Site of Franz Beckenbauer. Dec 26, 2025
Add new Web site: ESPN - Franz Beckenbauer: The complicated legacy of a true game-changer. Nov 14, 2025
Anniversary information added. Sep 07, 2025
Add new Web site: Bundesliga - Franz Beckenbauer: in tribute to a German and world football legend. May 24, 2025
Add new Web site: CNN Sports - Franz Beckenbauer revolutionized soccer with sweeper role, bringing glamor and glory to Bayern and Germany. Dec 14, 2024
Add new Web site: The Guardian - Franz Beckenbauer was the complete footballer and a triumphant coach. May 13, 2024
Noted allegations of wrongdoing concerning the 2006 World Cup bid. Jan 09, 2024
Noted that he died on January 7, 2024. Jan 09, 2024
First paragraph modernization. Jan 02, 2024
Add new Web site: BBC Sport - Franz Beckenbauer: German legend was one of football's most important figures. Dec 28, 2023
Add new Web site: FootballHistory.org - Biography of Franz Beckenbauer. Sep 07, 2023
Add new Web site: History of Soccer - Franz Beckenbauer: Germany And Bayern Munich Soccer Legend. May 05, 2023
Add new Web site: International Football Hall of Fame - Franz Beckenbauer. Feb 24, 2023
Added mentions of his role in Germany hosting the 2006 World Cup and other executive positions. Jul 16, 2014
Add new Web site: Fact Monster - People - Biography of Franz Beckenbauer. Oct 12, 2011
Media added. Nov 01, 2010
Article revised. Jul 01, 2005
Article revised. Jan 29, 1999
Article added to new online database. Jul 20, 1998
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