Who are the 10 greatest Bundesliga legends that shaped German football history?

Football| August 22,2025

Franz Beckenbauer

"The Kaiser" redefined the defender's role and led his team to win the FIFA World Cup as a player and as a coach.

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Gerd Müller

A great goal-scoring legend with the most goals in Bundesliga history to date.

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Lothar Matthaus

Probably the mightiest leader of his generation, and could play anywhere, picking up many titles along the way.

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Uwe Seeler

The brave one, loyal to his club, became one of the first league stars.

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Manuel Neuer

Neuer reshaped goalkeeping itself by playing more like an extra defender.

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Oliver Kahn

A bold goalkeeper. His determination and dramatic saves made him a legend.

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Robert Lewandowski

A contemporary goal king; scoring 5 goals in 9 minutes is his play to fame.

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Thomas Müller

So clever that he even shades in a world record for the most assists in a season.

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Arjen Robben

A winger infamous for cutting inside from the right wing to unleash a shot and earn his team many victories.

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Philipp Lahm

A fine leader and captain who claimed lots of titles courtesy of his brainy, reliable playing style.

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