Bernd Hölzenbein won the World Cup title with the German national team in 1974. The 78-year-old also won the DFB Cup three times and the UEFA Cup once with Eintracht Frankfurt.
Karl-Heinz "Charly" Körbel writes on his Facebook page about his former teammate. VfB Stuttgart also conveys compassionate words via social media, noting on behalf of the club that they are saddened by the death of the former player. The German football community mourns the loss of one of the greatest legends in the history of the German game. The club has paid tribute to him on their official Twitter account: "We are deeply saddened by Bernd's death. Rest in peace, Bernd and with God's blessing." The club has also released a statement on its official Facebook page: 'We are sad to hear about the passing of Bernd. He was certainly one of Eintracht Frankfurt.' Bernd Hölzenbein died on Monday at the age of 78. Frankfurt's former player and current football expert, the Norwegian Jan ge Fjrtoft, regrets with similar words. DFB President Bernd Neuendorf is quoted on the DFB association channel on Monday as saying: "His death leaves a big gap at Eintracht. We owe him a huge debt of gratitude and will miss him greatly."Further reactions and expressions of condolence can be found on the well-known social media networks from, among others, TSG Hoffenheim, SV Werder Bremen, Hertha BSC, and 1. FSV Mainz. The German national team director,udi Völler, adds, "In terms of football, there was little he couldn't do. My deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace!" The DFB team account also speaks out: "We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and everyone who knew him."