“We are the last remaining country to allow ourselves two breaks in the season. You just have to look at England, Italy and Spain, they play right through the season. We on the other hand take six weeks off in the winter until the end of January, and that is a luxury.”
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Franz Beckenbauer
A legendary figure in German football, Franz Beckenbauer is a former football player who later transitioned into a football manager. Known for his exceptional football skills and leadership, Beckenbauer won multiple Ballon d'Or awards during his playing career. After retirement, he served as the head coach of the German national team and achieved a third-place finish at the 2006 FIFA World Cup at the club level. more
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