In the history of football, Germany have long been a dominant force, creating players that possess a strong sense of competitive spirit, technical skill and tactical awareness.
From World Cup champions to Champions League winners, these athletes have inspired millions with their dedication and accomplishments, in addition to defining eras with their extraordinary skills.
Germany's current crop are competing in Euro 2024 as hosts hoping to emulate Die Mannschaft's greatest, and perhaps join this list in the years ahead.
With that, here is the list of who we believe are the ten greatest German footballers, based on their overall impact at either club or international level during their careers…
1
Franz Beckenbauer
1964-1983
2
Gerd Müller
1963-1981
3
Lothar Matthäus
1978-2000
4
Philipp Lahm
2001-2017
5
Gunter Netzer
1963-1977
6
Uwe Seeler
1953-1972
7
Manuel Neuer
2005-present
8
Miroslav Klose
1998-2016
9
Thomas Müller
2008-present
10
Oliver Kahn
1987-2008
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ByStephan GeorgiouJun 11, 2024