Hamburger SV were 4-0 down against Mainz, Sunday was done, Fabio Vieira's comeback was in tatters, as were the debuts of the other expensive new signings. But a former Hamburg player made everything even worse.
New Germany manager Jurgen Klopp has launched a hands-on scouting tour across Bundesliga training grounds to build closer relationships with club coaches and players. The 59-year-old is actively immersing himself in sessions as he prepares for his international debut against the Netherlands.
Around 550 people live in Krieschow; no smaller village has ever been represented in the DFB Cup. The local Oberliga side are dreaming of an upset against Mainz 05.
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