On offer is this beautiful handsigned Captain’s armband display signed by "Der Kaiser", Franz Beckenbauer (+2024). This armband is personally signed by one of the greatest German soccer players ever and comes in A4 size. Franz Beckenbauer was nicknamed Der Kaiser ("The Emperor") because of his elegant style, dominance and leadership on the field, and also as his first name "Franz" is reminiscent of the Austrian emperors. He is widely regarded to be one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. A versatile player who started out as a midfielder, Beckenbauer made his name as a central defender. He is often credited as having invented the role of the modern sweeper (libero). He won the World Cup as a player and as a manager; he lifted the World Cup trophy as captain in 1974, and repeated the feat as a manager in 1990. He was the first captain to lift the World Cup and European Championship at international level and the European Cup at club level. At club level with Bayern Munich, Beckenbauer won the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1967 and three consecutive European Cups from 1974 to 1976. The latter feat made him the first player to win three European Cups as captain of his club. Please Note This Signed Armband Is NOT Match Worn. Comes with an certificate of authenticity wich is a lifetime guarantee that this item is 100% authentic. It also comes with 3 additional photos should you want to change the photo!