West German football legend Franz Beckenbauer, age 39, speaks with calm authority in this candid moment captured in 1985. Then coach of the national team, Beckenbauer had recently taken over after Germany’s early exit from the 1984 European Championships. Known for his strategic mind and perfectionist nature, he was seen as a revitalizing force, instilling new spirit in the squad. 
Approximate size: 7x9 in.