"That's how my parents did it 50 or 60 years ago": Lothar Matthäus mocks World Cup hosts the USA
Former German football star Lothar Matthäus criticized the pitch conditions and pre-match ceremonies during a friendly match between the USA and Germany. The match, which Germany won 2-1, served as a warm-up for the 2026 World Cup.
Why it matters
The comments highlight logistical and operational concerns regarding the host nation's readiness for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
"That s how my parents did it 50 or 60 years ago": Lothar Matthäus mocks World Cup hosts the USA Friendlies USA vs Germany USA Germany World Cup Record Germany cap-holder Lothar Matthäus was amused by the conditions in the US after the DFB side s final World Cup warm-up on Saturday night.
The article reports on a public figure's opinion and match results without taking a stance on the validity of the criticism.
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