109 Quotes by Franz beckenbauer

As far as we're concerned, the World Cup could start even tomorrow. Then all the secondary issues will disappear and we can focus on the main issue -- soccer.

They are full of world-class players and also impressed in the Confederations Cup. But in 2002 I said France and Argentina were my favorites, and both went home after the group stages.

There were always at least 120 and sometimes up to 300 guests at the receptions.

It's a little bit strange, but it works. He will bring the team to a very, very good performance.

It only surprises me that no one thought of it before.

For example, Michael Jordan earns $100million a year but continues to play basketball and remains a modest human being.

It's his life. At 29, this is his last chance to sign a big contract.

It's unfortunately a reflection of the general trend in Germany. It's no coincidence that our clubs make early exits from the Champions League. I just hope that we'll have clean matches at the World Cup.

It's very impressive. At the moment I would say Munich is the most beautiful stadium ... but once this is finished I think it will be stadium number one in the world.