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Chancellor Olaf Scholz made a visit to the German football team following their scoreless tie with Ukraine during their pre-EURO warm-up in Nuremberg on Monday. Accompanied by the German Football Association's (DFB) sports director Rudi Völler, president Bernd Neuendorf, and managing director Andreas Rettig, Scholz watched the game and then met the team.
According to national coach Julian Nagelsmann, Scholz expressed encouragement and shared support for the team, stating that the whole country is behind them. "It was very quiet back in the locker room," said Nagelsmann in an interview with ARD. Neuendorf added, noting that Scholz received a warm welcome and sent his blessings.
Thomas Müller of the national team expressed his disappointment at not scoring, saying that they "deserved a goal," but not from a lack of focus or missed opportunities. He described the team's mood as "quiet," hardly surprising considering the loss.
Müller also touched on the impressive performance by the younger players in the team, particularly MAXIMILIAN BEIER, and joked that the newcomers might be a bit nervous. However, he assured that it's not an issue.
Müller's point seemed to be corroborated by the "good atmosphere" within the team - a testament to their high spirits despite the scoreless draw.
"We're not about to be nervous here," he said, lightening the room with a smile.
EURO Schedule of the national team DFB: [预定日程]
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- Thomas Müller, a key player in the German national soccer team, expressed his disappointment after the scoreless draw against Ukraine.
- During his visit to the team, Chancellor Olaf Scholz applauded the efforts of the national team and indicated that Germany is fully behind them in their EURO preparations.
- The German Football Association (DFB) was honored by the presence of Rudi Völler, Bernd Neuendorf, and Andreas Rettig at the EURO warm-up match in Nuremberg.
- Coach Julian Nagelsmann highlighted the high spirits within the team, even after the scoreless draw, with a "very calm" atmosphere back in the locker room.
- MAXIMILIAN BEIER, a young player in the German national team, impressed his senior teammates during the EURO warm-up match, showcasing his soccer skills and potential.
- Scholz's visit to the team received a warm welcome, and he sent his blessings to the DFB selection, emphasizing support for the upcoming EURO tournaments.
- The German Football Association (DFB) has released the EURO Schedule [预定日程], outlining key matches and events that will take place during the tournament.
- In terms of party politics, Scholz is affiliated with the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and was accompanied by other SPD members during his visit to the German national soccer team.