World Cup in Germany – Completely Crazy

The World Cup in Germany is not just a series of games, its an overarching theme that touches everything in the country.  Music videos, lunch and water cooler discussions, Facebook updates, you name it.  Before the World Cup began most everyone I spoke with didn’t think Germany would make it past the quarter finals.  ”There is no way they can get that far with the captain out.” was the most comment phrase I heard. Last weekend the team won and it was complete madness in the streets. They literally closed off the streets so everyone could walk around and wave their flags (see picture).  This week the game is against Argentina which might put a halt to the German advancement although I doubt that will happen.  I think it would be great for Germany to win because it would be completely insane here for the next four years. Also, since German won last round we’re going to get 15% back on our television (Thank you MediaMarkt!).