As Borussia Dortmund prepares to face Real Madrid in the Champions League final at Wembley Stadium this Saturday, the excitement in Germany is palpable. Carsten Cramer, Dortmund's managing director, shared his observations with CGTN Sports Scene's Mike Fox.
\"It looks like the whole country is black and yellow. Everyone is really supporting Dortmund,\" Cramer remarked. He highlighted the vibrant football atmosphere sweeping across Germany, noting the recent triumph of Bayer Leverkusen as the new national champion.
Moreover, Cramer pointed out the impressive presence of two German clubs in the European club finals, further fueling the nation's passion for the sport. With the UEFA European Championship set to take place in Germany in the coming weeks, the country is undeniably in a strong footballer mood.
\"Germany was and is a big football country right now,\" Cramer concluded, emphasizing the nation's deep-rooted love for the game and the collective excitement surrounding these major tournaments.
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Dortmund managing director: 'Whole country is black and yellow'
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