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[Saba Sports News] In the European Championship quarterfinals, Germany suffered a 1-2 defeat to Spain in extra time, ending their journey in the quarterfinals. It is noteworthy that German center-back Waldemar Anton faced boos from the home fans in Stuttgart when he came on as a substitute during the game. When the stadium announcer announced Anton’s entry in the 89th minute, boos erupted from the crowd. Anton addressed the situation in an interview with Sky Sports Germany, saying, “It’s not a pleasant experience to be booed. We represent the national team, and I believe everyone should respect that. It doesn’t matter if it’s Stuttgart or Dortmund, I don’t play a role in club rivalries.” Reports suggest that Anton’s transfer from Stuttgart to Dortmund will be announced soon, but the defender declined to comment on the reasons behind the transfer. It is disheartening for players to face such chilling reactions from fans, especially when representing their national team.