Euro 2020: Greatest Germany XI of all time

Defensive Midfield: Dieter Eilts

Dieter Eilts (left)

Dieter Eilts was relatively young and inexperienced when he was named by Germany in their Euro 1996 squad.

Eilts was lauded for his tactical intelligence in dropping back and marking multiple players at the same time. That allowed his compatriot Matthias Sammer to come up in midfield and assist the playmakers.

Dieter Eilts was a vital cog in Germany's defence in that tournament, as they conceded only three goals in the tournament en route to the title. Subsequently, he was named in the Team of the Tournament.

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Central Midfield: Hansi Muller

Hansi Muller

Hansi Muller was known for his elegant playmaking abilities and leadership in the dressing room.

Muller was the soul of West Germany's Euro 1980-winning campaign. He made it to the Team of the tournament that year and was also awarded with the Bravo Award by Italian football journalists.

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Attacking Midfield: Bernd Schuster

Bernd Schuster

Partnering Muller in the middle, Bernd Schuster is another legendary name in the long roster of German football greats in European Championship history.

Schuster played two of four games in Germany's Euro 1980-winning campaign, where he was named the best player in Europe after his teammate Karl-Heinze Rummenigge. He also made it to the Team of the tournament at Euro 1980

Bernd Schuster came third in the Ballon d'Or votes in 1981 and 1985.