Who is the best defender in Germany national team history?
From legendary sweepers to modern-era giants of the backline, Germany has produced defenders who set the standard for the world. Who is the greatest?
Philipp Lahm
Germany's exceptional captain and 2014 World Cup winner who is considered the greatest full-back of his generation and possibly of all time.
Andreas Brehme
Germany's dependable left-back who scored the winning penalty in the 1990 World Cup final against Argentina.
Paul Breitner
Germany's attacking left-back who scored in the 1974 World Cup final and was one of the most complete defenders of his era.
Mats Hummels
Germany's technically outstanding centre-back who was the defensive leader of the 2014 World Cup-winning team.
Karl-Heinz Schnellinger
Germany's classic left-back of the 1960s who was one of the most accomplished defenders of his era at international level.
Benedikt Höwedes
Germany's versatile defender who played out of position at left-back throughout the 2014 World Cup and was part of the triumphant squad.
Friedrich (Fritz) Walter
Germany's legendary captain from the 1950s who led Germany to the 1954 World Cup miracle — often played as an attacking midfielder but was a defensive linchpin.
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