Out on the grass the Germany players gathered in a circle, arms around each others’ shoulders, their journey almost at an end, and sang. In the middle, a member of staff was embraced by the coach, Martina Voss-Tecklenburg, and serenaded by the players, applause and “Happy birthday to you” echoing around the empty seats. It was a pretty good way to celebrate: on the eve of a European Championship final, and here.
Wembley again.
