Hannover 96 Ultras cancel planned choreography for Niedersachsen derby
Ultraszene Hannover announce decision on social media
Fans react with disappointment, but understand reasons behind decision
Hannover 96 Ultras have cancelled the planned choreography for the upcoming Niedersachsen derby against Eintracht Braunschweig on Sunday. The Ultraszene Hannover made the announcement on social media on Thursday, citing the current political climate in Germany as the reason for their decision.
"We have decided to cancel the planned choreography for the Niedersachsen derby against Eintracht Braunschweig on Sunday," the statement read. "This decision was not made lightly, but we believe it is the right one in light of the current political climate in Germany.
"We are all aware of the rising tensions in our country, and we do not want to contribute to that in any way. We believe that football should be a force for good, and we do not want to use it to divide people.
"We hope that our fans will understand our decision, and we look forward to seeing them at the stadium on Sunday to support the team." The news has been met with disappointment from some fans, but most have expressed their understanding of the reasons behind the decision.
"I'm disappointed that the choreography has been cancelled, but I understand why the Ultras have made this decision," said one fan. "It's important to remember that football is just a game, and there are more important things in life than winning or losing.
"I'm proud of the Ultras for taking a stand against hatred and division, and I hope that their decision will inspire others to do the same." The Niedersachsen derby is one of the most heated rivalries in German football, and the atmosphere at the stadium is always electric. The Ultras' decision to cancel the choreography is a sign that they are taking the current political climate in Germany very seriously.
It remains to be seen whether other Ultra groups in Germany will follow suit and cancel their planned choreographies for the upcoming weekend's matches. However, the Ultras' decision is a reminder that football is not immune to the political and social issues that affect the wider world.
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