Germany questions the decline of its neighborhood football culture

Germany's early exit from the 2026 World Cup reignites debate over the disappearance of informal football pitches.

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Sports political scientist Jürgen Mittag links this decline to urbanization and shrinking public spaces.

A discussion begins on preserving this popular culture.

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