Germany 1986-87

The Legacy

Franz Beckenbauer guided West Germany to the 1986 World Cup final in Mexico. Lothar Matthäus and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge anchored a side that ultimately fell to Argentina at the Estadio Azteca. Rudi Völler provided the attacking threat alongside an experienced spine featuring Harald Schumacher in goal. Adidas produced the kits used throughout this tournament period. These players navigated a difficult path to the final, including a tense quarter-final victory over Mexico on penalties. Despite the loss in the deciding match, the group remained a dominant force in international football under the leadership of Beckenbauer.