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World Cup Opener: Curaçao Coach Advocaat Praises Germany

Germany kicks off its World Cup campaign against Curaçao. The island nation is considered a football minnow, but on the bench sits veteran coach Dick Advocaat, who has praised the German national team.

World Cup Opener: Curaçao Coach Advocaat Praises Germany
Photo: tagesspiegel.de

Germany starts its World Cup campaign with a match against Curaçao. The island nation is considered a football minnow, but on the bench sits an experienced coach: Dick Advocaat. The Dutchman has worked in the Bundesliga and spoke respectfully about the opponent.

Advocaat described Germany as “still a great football nation.” The 77-year-old knows German football from his time at Borussia Mönchengladbach and other stints. For Curaçao, participating in the World Cup is a historic achievement.

Source: www.tagesspiegel.de