Whether it is a rendition of a club anthem, a surprise treat for the supporters or confirmation of the starting line-ups, no other league does pre-match pomp quite like the Bundesliga.

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bundesliga.com examines five spine-tingling traditions from Germany’s fan-centric top flight.

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Köln the brave

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Port city king

Black and yellow soul

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Masters of puppets

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