Freiburg have reached the Europa League knockout rounds, the German Cup final, and even topped the Bundesliga table at times in recent years. Not bad for what many still consider a small club. How have Freiburg, under the guidance of beloved coach Christian Streich, managed to punch above their weight? And can you still call yourself a small club when you’re playing Juventus in European knock out games?

Report: Max Merrill
Camera and Edit: Manu Vering
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