UK football fans are being warned about beer differences ahead of the European Football Championship in Germany.
The British Foreign Office is now warning fans that the local beer in Germany may be stronger than what people are used to.
The message is therefore clear.
– The beer can be stronger than in the UK, so drink responsibly, know your limits and respect the local legislation, says the ministry, according to The Times.
HOST NATION: Here from one of the world’s biggest beer festivals “Oktoberfest” in Germany. Photo: Felix Hoerhager/dpa via AP
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– May be denied entry
Pilsen in Great Britain has an average alcohol percentage of 4.4, according to the organization “Drinkaware”.
In Germany, the alcohol percentage for the corresponding beer is between 4.7 and 5.4. It should also be more normal with beer that has an alcohol percentage of 16, writes The Times.
– You can be refused entry to the stadium if you drink too much, points out the British Foreign Office.
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Warning
Around half a million Britons are expected to travel to Germany for the championships, which start on June 14.
England are in a group with Denmark, Slovenia and Serbia, and face the latter in their opening match on 16 June.
The Times further writes that Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, has previously urged British fans to be careful with alcohol. This has, among other things, resulted in campaigns encouraging people to drink in moderation, writes the website.
