Franz Beckenbauer, who has died aged 78, was one of only three men to win the World Cup as a player and manager, and was such a graceful and influential footballer that he effectively had a position named after him.
An icon of German football, Beckenbauer made the role of 'sweeper' or 'libero' his own, revolutionising the concept of covering behind the defensive line and stepping out of defence with the ball in a style which is now in high demand in the modern game.
