DIE MANCHAFT; THE DECLINE AND THE WAY FORWARD
The German national team, Germany as a nation is arguably the best footballing nation in Europe rivalled probably by only Italy. The history of German football has been filled with efficient, direct football sometimes ground-break ing. In the 70s we saw the sweeper role that won the world cup and even that aside Germany has always presented a formidable team. They have the most international trophies in Europe, the most European championships (3) tied with Spain. The most world cups in Europe(4) tied with Italy. Aside these, Germany has found itself in more finals than any European nation you can think of. That is impressive. The most familiar criticism of the nation is that you don't often see players like Neymar or Ronaldinho, players with the artistic flair the unnecessary dribbles just for entertainment, their football is often seen as raw and basic in well oiled machines. Even if that criticism is to hold, Germany is infinitely successful. They even have the most of separa