Angela Merkel to Support Germany at 2014 World Cup
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has confirmed that she will be in attendance for her country’s opening match at the 2014 World Cup, continuing her tradition of backing the national football team at major tournaments.
Merkel, a longstanding supporter of the German national team, will travel to Salvador to witness the team’s first game on June 16 against Portugal. In an interview with the regional newspaper Leipziger Volkszeitung, the Chancellor expressed her enthusiasm for the occasion, offering her full support to head coach Joachim Löw and his squad.
“I will be able to attend the German team’s first match in the group stage, and I wish Joachim Löw and his team six more matches,” Merkel said, highlighting her optimism for the team’s prospects in Brazil.
The Chancellor’s commitment to backing the national team is well-known, as she has rarely missed the team’s crucial fixtures in previous tournaments. Her attendance at the World Cup is a show of solidarity with the players and the broader football community in Germany.
Merkel’s support comes at a pivotal moment for the German squad, who are aiming to secure a strong start to the tournament under Löw’s leadership. With a squad filled with talent and a history of World Cup success, expectations are high for Germany as they look to contend for the prestigious trophy.
Germany’s match against Portugal will be one of the key fixtures in Group G, with both teams vying for a strong position as they aim to progress through the tournament. Fans and officials alike will be watching closely, with Merkel’s presence adding a personal touch to the occasion.
As the tournament unfolds, Merkel’s continued backing of the national team will no doubt inspire both the players and the nation, as they chase footballing glory on the world stage.
