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JUST IN: German football legend Andreas Brehme is dead

German football legend, Andreas Brehme, is dead at 63.

Brehme was the one that scored from the penalty spot to seal victory for West Germany against Argentina in the 1990 World Cup final.

He died overnight into Tuesday.

Brehme’s death was announced on Tuesday by his former club, FC Bayern München, via its X handle.

“FC Bayern is deeply shocked by the sudden death of Andreas Brehme.

“The German record champion is united in mourning with his relatives and friends.

“We will always keep Andreas Brehme in our hearts – as a world champion and even more so as a very special person.

“He will always be part of the FC Bayern family. Rest in peace, dear Andi!,” the club tweeted.