Germany is in tough competition with Turkey to host the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, experiencing serious challenges at the German Football Association (DFB) and the German Football League (DFL) in addition to the ongoing racism debate after Mesüt Özil’s resignation from the national team and DFB President Reinhard Grindel’s ignorant stance on this issue. Several German media outlets on Monday criticized Germany’s handling of the situation, suggesting that Turkey’s candidacy for EURO 2024 may be more promising. Bidding for EURO 2024 The tight competition between Germany and Turkey to host the popular football tournament is currently a top priority for the former world champions. DFB head Grindel’s future may also depend on the decision of the UEFA Executive Committee, which will convene in Switzerland’s Nyon to choose the hosting country on Sept. 27. Grindel underlined “political and financial stability” and Germany’s infrastructure in the country’s bid to host the EURO 2024, while Turkey promotes its strategic location in addition to its state-of-the-art transport system and heavy investments into stadiums and sports. Racism in German football Özil’s decision to quit the national team due to racist insults by German media and officials had a shock effect in the country. The… Read full this story
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