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We did the touristy thing with Yvonne and Erwin, climbing the spire of the Dom (cathedral) and wandering the city's squares, where we encountered many groups of fans from various countries, England being the most well represented. Later that evening, we went to a bar and watched the USA Italy game on an outdoor TV.
Eastern view of Köln from the top of its famous gothic Dom (Cathedral)
The Rhine river, Köln
The Rhine river seen through scaffolding on the Dom (Cathedral).
Graffitti on the Dom (Cathedral) in Köln.
USA fan (Sam's Army) prays inside the Dom (Cathedral) in Köln. His prayers would go unanswered.
Ghana fans in front of the Dom (Cathedral) in Köln, anticipate victory a few hours before their game there with the Czech Republic. (Ghana ended up winning 2-0).
Ghana fans continue to anticipate victory against the Czech Republic in front of the Dom (Cathedral) in Köln.
Holland and Ghana fans unite for a quick congain in the square in front of the Dom in Köln.
England fans drinking and singing patriotic songs at a nearby group of Germany fans in a square in Köln.
The aforementioned group of Germany fans singing patriotic songs back at the England fans.
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