A large number of streets of Netherlands was colored orange, the color of the Dutch team, to celebrate the Euro 2024. This is a tradition that takes place in Netherlands when big football competitions are held like World Cups either Euro Cups. Orange is a national symbol. In addition to being the color of the national team, it is also that of the royal family.
The orange color stands out in the Marktwega street of Hague where a group of up to ten volunteers devote themselves to decorating as a cause for German Euro. “It’s time for a big party,” he told the AP agency. Vink man, a 35-year-old truck driver actively participating in the decorations.
The phenomenon of painting the street orange started in 1988, during the Euro Cup, the only major tournament won by the Dutch team so far. That group has important names like Frank Rijkaard, Ronald Koeman, Marco van Basten and Ruud Gullit.
The decorations attract visitors from other parts of the city and even from other regions, which also allows neighbors to interact more and build stronger ties.
One of the most interesting aspects of this tradition is the participation of municipal workers, who also wear orange, thus contributing to the aesthetic unity of the event. It’s a community partnership where everyone has a role, including small and large businesses. The Marktweg, in its glorious orange, is a testament to the power of football to unite communities and build a sense of belonging and national pride.
Source: La Verdad
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