Bayern Munich Retires Franz Beckenbauer’s Number 5 Jersey

Bayern Munich has officially announced the retirement of the number 5 jersey, worn by the legendary defender Franz Beckenbauer, as reported by the club’s press service.

“The number 5 will remain reserved for a unique legacy. Our club and its history are simply unimaginable without Franz,” stated club president Herbert Hainer.

Several notable players have worn the number 5 for Bayern Munich over the years, including Mats Hummels, Daniel Van Buyten, Robert Kovač, and Mehmet Scholl. The last player to wear this jersey was Benjamin Pavard in the 2023/24 season.

Franz Beckenbauer passed away on January 7th of this year. He played for Bayern Munich from 1963 to 1977, during which time he helped the team secure four German championships.

This gesture by Bayern Munich serves as a lasting tribute to Beckenbauer’s immense contribution to the club and German football as a whole, ensuring that his legacy will be remembered for generations to come.