{"id":2626636,"date":"2026-07-08T12:16:59","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T16:16:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/german-soccer-fan-breaks-down-in-tears-over-how-much-he-loves-america-was-originally-scared-to-visit-because-of-medias-depiction-of-us\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T12:18:41","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T16:18:41","slug":"german-soccer-fan-breaks-down-in-tears-over-how-much-he-loves-america-was-originally-scared-to-visit-because-of-medias-depiction-of-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/german-soccer-fan-breaks-down-in-tears-over-how-much-he-loves-america-was-originally-scared-to-visit-because-of-medias-depiction-of-us\/","title":{"rendered":"German Soccer Fan Breaks Down in Tears Over How Much He Loves America, Was Originally Scared to Visit Because of Media&#8217;s Depiction of US"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">48<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fgerman-soccer-fan-breaks-down-in-tears-over-how-much-he-loves-america-was-originally-scared-to-visit-because-of-medias-depiction-of-us%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2626636&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\" >article highlights positive experiences visitors<\/a> have had in the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/inflation-numbers-refuse-to-match-media-narrative-on-trump-economy\/\" title=\"Inflation Numbers Refuse to Match Media Narrative On Trump Economy\">negative media narratives<\/a> about safety, many foreigners, including a German fan named Sebastian Krauss, have been impressed by American hospitality, kindness, and the overall atmosphere. Krauss, who initially feared traveling to the U.S. due to safety concerns, was moved to tears by the friendliness and generosity he encountered, such as people offering lifts and engaging kindly. His experience contrasts with perceptions of the U.S. as unsafe, illustrating how firsthand encounters can dispel stereotypes. The piece emphasizes the freedoms, prosperity, and peace Americans enjoy, which are often taken for granted or undermined by political narratives. It also discusses restrictions on free speech elsewhere, citing Germany&#8217;s banning of a controversial film, and underscores that American freedoms remain a blessing granted by God. The overall message celebrates the genuine greatness of America and its people, urging readers to appreciate the liberty and opportunities they have.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><br \/>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\"><br \/>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><html><body><\/p>\n<section> \t\t\t\t<script>console.log(\"ad slot (AC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC4)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>While the world flocked to the United States for the love of the sport, there was an unintended outcome in the country hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.<\/p>\n<p>Fans everywhere discovered this is a great nation.<\/p>\n<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/ruined-man-japanese-world-cup-tourist-gets-trapped-hilarious-cycle-wont-say-no-gift-free-gift-chips-wont-stop-coming-mexican-restaurant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one Japanese fan<\/a> being in awe that restaurants give customers chips and salsa without asking, to the story of a German man who wept tears in having to depart, there\u2019s no denying the United States leaves an indelible mark on all who visit.<\/p>\n<p>That particular German is Sebastian Krauss. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/outkick-sports\/german-world-cup-fan-breaks-down-tears-blown-away-kindness-americans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fox News<\/a> reported that he came over to support his home nation, disappointingly having to see them lose to Paraguay 4-3 in round 32.<\/p>\n<p>Because of that game, Krauss found himself in Massachusetts, subsequently talking to WBTS and admitting his perception of the United States was completely false.<\/p>\n<p>Krauss had to pause, wiping tears away with his jersey. \u201cI\u2019ve fallen in love with this country, and this was so emotional I even cried in the stadium.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Lyi1aikvY5Q?si=05z5pufKBeT_7Vt2\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>\u201cTo be honest, I was a bit scared or had the fear to travel to the United States,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNews about shootings and criminals and that the country\u2019s not safe.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The station then cut to footage of Krauss riding with a group of Bostonians who gave him a lift to his hotel one evening.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAmericans are not rude, Germans are not rude,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf we are together, we can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/a-real-life-iron-man-the-incredible-story-of-elon-musks-rise-to-worlds-richest-man\/\" title=\"\u2018A Real Life Iron-Man...: The Incredible Story Of Elon Musk...s Rise To ......s Richest Man\">achieve great things<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Our reputation has undeniably been tarnished by leftist politicians and media outlets, but they cannot conceal the truth from people who see greatness with their own eyes.<\/p>\n<p>Krauss\u2019 longing to stay here is a reminder of how truly blessed every American is to be born here.<\/p>\n<p>We enjoy a degree of peace, prosperity, and freedom unrivaled throughout the world, both now and compared to any other time in history.<\/p>\n<p>In Krauss\u2019 country, you cannot even freely view media the state deems offensive.<\/p>\n<p>June saw the release of \u201cCitizen Vigilante,\u201d a film about a former U.S. Army officer who relocates to Europe after an inheritance and goes on a vigilante spree against criminal immigrant populations and officials who protect them. 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