30-06-2021, 07:54 PM
(30-06-2021, 07:31 PM)Gerry Hatrick Wrote: Anyone else find the hysterical reaction to beating Germany somewhat embarrassing. I mean the Germans themselves couldn't care less who they beat as long as they win things. Unlike some of us, they are not still fighting World War Two and just want their national side to do well regardless of the opposition. Winning was the main thing - it being the Germans was the cherry on the cake, no more. And the danger with these fixations on perceived 'rivals' and penalty shoot-outs that the media love so much is that it's a distraction to the main objective of the tournaments which is to put a piece of silverware on the table.
I think you'll find the Germans do see it as a rivalry. Words last night from the German Ambassador was it? "the rivalry will continue" or words to that effect. Nothing to do with WW2 either, but could be we hadn't beaten them in a sudden death game since 66??
As for the media-well thats just them isn't it. No big deal.