Berti Vogts suggests naming the German Cup after Beckenbauer

The former international and former German coach Berti Vogts has proposed giving of German Cup the name of Franz Beckenbauer as a posthumous tribute that ensures it will continue to be remembered by future generations.

“It is important not to forget his name for future generations. Perhaps the German Football Federation (DFB), for example, should think about the name of Franz Beckenbauer in German Cup“Vogts said in press statements ‘Rheinische Post’.

Vogts and Beckenbauer They were teammates of the German world champion in 1974. Later Vogts happened to Beckenbauer as German coach afterwards world of 1990.

Vogts He played his entire professional career in Borussia Monchengladbach which in the 70s was the main rival of the Bavaria within Germany.

“We had a special relationship, they were great times together Franz. He is one of the best players of all time. In a group with Pelé, Eusebio and Maradona, Franz I will be the captain. His death is not just a loss for Germany but for football at all Europe and around the world,” he said.

“He put his stamp on football, he invented the libero position. He was a 10 behind the defense, that was unprecedented, the ease with which he played was impressive,” he added.

As a coach, Vogts had to pick up a difficult inheritance after the 1990 world title and Beckenbauer, Overjoyed, he said that Germany he will be invincible for 10 years.

Eliminations in the quarterfinals in 1994 and 1998 were partially compensated by victory in the 1996 Euro Cup, although Vogts always appear bad compared to Beckenbauer which at the time gave rise to several complaints.

“IN Franz He just smiled and everyone loved him. On the other hand, if one day I manage to walk on water, they will say that this is proof that I can’t swim,” he once said. Vogts.