The German national team apparently experienced an unusual phase of boredom during the World Cup in the United States. According to a commentary by Philipp Schneider, the players resorted to a childish pastime in the team quarters: they played hide-and-seek. The report paints a picture of 18 days of living together, during which the mood was initially good – until the players’ partners arrived.
According to the commentary by Philipp Schneider from Winston-Salem, the arrival of the partners was a turning point. The author ironically describes this as “horror” and suggests that the team’s dynamic shifted as a result. The DFB team was eliminated early in a World Cup for the third consecutive time – this time on penalties, a first in the association’s history. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann has ruled out resigning.
The debate about the role of partners at tournaments is not new and recalls earlier discussions in German football. However, Philipp Schneider’s commentary provides a rare insight into the mood behind the scenes of the World Cup quarters.
Source: www.sueddeutsche.de
