German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is feeling optimistic about Germany’s chances in the upcoming European Football Championship. She firmly believes that the German national team will emerge as the winner of the tournament. When asked about her prediction for the champion, Baerbock stated that she always follows her heart when making guesses in tipster games. She mentioned that in her foreign policy, sometimes a cool head is necessary alongside following her heart.
Baerbock revealed her prediction for the final match, which she described as a „not-so-secret secret tip“: Portugal versus Germany, with Germany emerging as her „heartfelt winner.“ Despite missing the opening game between Germany and Scotland due to prior commitments, Baerbock expressed her excitement to watch future matches with her household and neighbors in the garden, a tradition she follows during major football tournaments. She hoped for the rain to stop so they could enjoy a barbecue while watching the game together with her daughters and husband.
Regarding her plans for watching the upcoming games, Baerbock mentioned that her schedule would determine where and with whom she watches the matches, as she often travels abroad for work. However, she noted that some colleagues had expressed interest in coming to Germany to watch their teams play, and she planned to attend games with them, even if Germany was not playing. Baerbock humorously mentioned the scheduling conflict of the semi-finals coinciding with the NATO summit in Washington, stating that she might find a quiet corner with the Chancellor and Defense Minister to catch some of the football action during their trip in July.
As Baerbock continues to balance her role as Foreign Minister with her passion for football, her predictions and enthusiasm for Germany’s success in the European Championship reflect her optimism and support for the national team. Whether watching from the stadium, her garden, or a corner at an international summit, Baerbock’s heart remains with Germany as she cheers them on in the tournament.
