We should play free football, defend lively with a passion, and have the best understanding in offence.
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Just like every person who works for Dortmund is a fan of the club, it was the same at Mainz. When I was a player there, we had 800 supporters on rainy Saturday afternoons, and if we died, no one would notice or come to our funeral. But we loved the club, and we have this same feeling at Dortmund.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses deep loyalty and passion for a club, emphasizing the strong emotional connection fans and players have.
Jurgen Klopp reflects on the profound bond between players and their club, highlighting how true devotion to a team transcends recognition or fame. He compares his experiences at Mainz and Dortmund, conveying that despite the struggles and lack of attention, the love and commitment to the club remain unwavering and unyielding.
Themes
LoyaltyClubLoveFansFootball
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about teamwork, one could use this quote to illustrate the importance of shared passion.
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