Franz Beckenbauer was known to have suffered a Parkinson’s disease and had cardiac surgery twice in 2016 and 2017. He also had an artificial hip inserted in 2018.
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and the parts of the body controlled by the nerves. Symptoms start slowly. The first symptom may be a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. Tremors are common, but the disorder may also cause stiffness or slowing of movement.
What illness did Franz Beckenbauer suffer from? How Parkinson’s disease and heart problems cut the World Cup winner’s life short
Franz Beckenbauer suffered from health problems and could not support the current stars in the Middle East. But while the German won’t be traveling, he vowed to keep fighting on.
According to Franz Beckenbauer, “I had a so-called infarction in one eye.
“Unfortunately I can’t see anything on the right.
“I can handle that. And I have to be careful with my heart.
“But I will not travel to Qatar. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for our team in front of the TV.
“People probably think he never lives long. But I’ll try to stay with you for a while.”
Source: Ghanafuo.com
