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sports1 year ago

"Adidas Bans Number 44 on German Soccer Jerseys Due to Nazi Symbolism"

German soccer fans have been banned from customizing their jerseys with the number 44 due to its resemblance to the Nazi SS symbol, prompting Adidas to block the personalization from its online store. The German Football Association denies any intention to reference Nazi symbolism in the design and will develop an alternative for the number four. This controversy arises as Germany grapples with far-right extremism, exemplified by the rise of the political party Alternative for Germany and its connections to extremist groups.

via NBC News|
#adidas#euro-2024#far-right-extremism
sports1 year ago

"Nike Takes Over: Germany's Soccer Team Ends Long Adidas Partnership"

After a 70-year partnership, the German soccer federation (DFB) has announced that Nike will supply all of Germany’s national teams with apparel and equipment from 2027 to 2034, ending its long-standing relationship with Adidas. The decision was driven by Nike's superior financial offer and commitment to promoting amateur and grassroots sports, as well as sustainable development of women’s soccer in Germany. While the DFB defended its switch to Nike, some, including German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck, expressed disappointment, citing the strong association of Adidas with German identity.

via The Associated Press|
#adidas#dfb#german-soccer
sports1 year ago

"Germany's National Teams Make Historic Switch from Adidas to Nike"

After a 70-year partnership, the German soccer federation (DFB) has ended its long-standing relationship with Adidas and signed a new deal with Nike to supply all national teams with apparel and equipment from 2027 to 2034. The decision was driven by Nike's superior financial offer and commitment to promoting amateur and grassroots sports, as well as sustainable development of women's soccer in Germany. While the DFB expressed understanding for the emotional impact of the switch, it emphasized the need to make economic decisions for the development of soccer in Germany.

via ESPN|
#adidas#dfb#german-soccer
sports1 year ago

German Soccer League Abandons $1 Billion Investment Plan After Fan Protests

German soccer fans successfully halted a proposed $1 billion investment from private equity firm CVC Capital Partners by staging protests that disrupted matches and ultimately led to the league abandoning talks with the firm. The fans' demonstrations, which included raining tennis balls, chocolate coins, and remote-controlled cars onto fields, embarrassed authorities and forced the league to reconsider the deal, marking a rare victory for fan interests in the face of deep-pocketed investors.

via The New York Times|
#cvc-capital-partners#fan-revolt#german-soccer
sports2 years ago

"German Soccer Legend Franz Beckenbauer Dies at 78"

Franz Beckenbauer, the legendary German soccer player and coach, has passed away at the age of 78. Known as the "Kaiser," he won the World Cup as both a player and coach and played a pivotal role in German soccer. Despite his legacy being tainted by bribery allegations related to the 2006 World Cup, Beckenbauer remained a beloved figure in German soccer and society.

via The Associated Press|
#allegations#franz-beckenbauer#german-soccer