German football icon Andreas Brehme, renowned for his decisive penalty goal that secured victory for West Germany against Argentina in the 1990 World Cup final, has passed away. He died overnight on Tuesday at the age of 63.
Brehme’s death was announced on Wednesday by his former club, FC Bayern München.
The club announced the late footballer’s death via its X handle.
“FC Bayern is deeply shocked by the sudden death of Andreas Brehme.
“The German record champion is united in mourning with his relatives and friends. We will always keep Andreas Brehme in our hearts – as a world champion and even more so as a very special person.
“He will always be part of the FC Bayern family. Rest in peace, dear Andi!,” the club tweeted.
