Are the DFB demands of the new government misplaced? DW 02/19/2025
Briefly

As Germany's federal election approaches, the DFB has presented ten demands to the government regarding the future of football. These demands focus on funding for facilities, promoting sports in schools, and capitalizing on the momentum of the upcoming sporting events. However, experts like Timm Beichelt argue that many of these requests lack practical federal relevance, mainly because key decisions are made at state levels. The role of a sports minister is also questioned, as it remains a position with limited influence within the governmental structure.
Many of the DFB's demands are appeals without real political resonance, as most decisions in sports are made at state and regional levels, complicating federal engagements.
The request for a minister of sport might seem beneficial, but in Germany, this role holds limited power, raising questions about its true efficacy.
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