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2 July 2010
18:07 CEST+02:00

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Where do I join the Dutch socialist party? Photo: DPA

The Local

news@thelocal.de
@thelocalgermany

2 July 2010

18:07 CEST+02:00

The Local's World Cup blog offers an outsider's perspective on German football as Die Mannschaft goes for glory in South Africa. Don't miss our daily roundup!

Waiting for the big quarter-final clash between Germany and Argentina this weekend, our bloggers have uncovered the connection between soccer and *ahem* socialism.

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Not up on the German national team? Want to be able to chime in at your corner pub? Check out our informative team photo gallery and then find a place to watch a match in Germany.

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