Bayern Munich to Light up Allianz Arena in Honour of BeckenbauerÂ
Bayern Munich are to light up their Allianz Arena stadium in honour of Franz Beckenbauer.
The German legend, who was nicknamed ‘Der Kaiser’, passed away aged 78 on Sunday.
Beckenbauer won four league titles with Bayern and was captain when the German giants won the European Cup in 1974, 1975 and 1976.
“Thank you for everything, Franz Beckenbauer,” said Bayern in a statement.
“In memory of the ‘Kaiser’, the Allianz Arena will light up with the words ‘Thank you Franz’ in the evening hours of 16:30 to 22:00 CET over the coming days.
“To finish, the special illumination will also be seen from 16:30 to 00:30 on Friday night, during FC Bayern’s home match against TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.
“FC Bayern is mourning the loss of Franz Beckenbauer.”
The Germany great, primarily a defender, played 582 times for Bayern Munich and, in two managerial stints at the club, helped them win the Bundesliga title in 1994 and Uefa Cup two years later.
He was also the club’s president from 1994 to 2009.
