Beckenbauer hits out at 'stupid' England
Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer has claimed England have been “stupid” to set up a World Cup last-16 clash with Germany.
Beckenbauer, a World Cup winner as a coach and a player, believes the England players are “burnt out” following a gruelling Premier League season.
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