Chapter Anpfiff!

Football inspires people all over the world – and offers many engaging points of connection for German language teaching. The Anpfiff! material package builds precisely at that intersection: it combines language learning with current social issues and creates motivating opportunities for classroom discussion and communication. The eight units address key topics such as integration, sustainability, values, media, fan culture, equality, and the economic dimensions of football, making them accessible for German as a Foreign Language (GFL) instruction. Learners work with authentic texts, videos, headlines, and creative task formats. They expand their vocabulary, practice reading, listening, and viewing comprehension, and develop their speaking skills through discussions, role plays, and project-based tasks. At the same time, they critically reflect on the role of football in society and engage with values such as respect, team spirit, and diversity.