Toni Kroos: Deserved Order for Greifswald's football hero on July 18!

Toni Kroos erhält am 18. Juli 2025 in Greifswald den Verdienstorden von Mecklenburg-Vorpommern für seine sportlichen und sozialen Verdienste.
On July 18, 2025, Toni Kroos will receive the Order of Merit of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania for his sporting and social merits in Greifswald. (Symbolbild/MND)

Toni Kroos: Deserved Order for Greifswald's football hero on July 18!

Greifswald, Deutschland - Toni Kroos is recognized that is of great importance not only for himself, but also for his hometown Greifswald. On July 18, 2025, the former football professional will receive the Order of Merit of the State of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the highest award that the state has to award. This honor not only rewardes his outstanding sporting achievements, including five Champions League victories and winning the 2014 World Cup, but also his deep social engagement by Toni Kroos Foundation.

The Order of Merit is awarded in the Greifswald Volksstadion, an event that will be very well received. According to the Nordkurier , numerous young football players from the region will also be present. In addition to Kroos' sporting success, Prime Minister Manuela Schwesig (SPD) also emphasizes his outstanding social engagement: "He is a person with remarkable commitment to the community."

an ambassador for his region

"We are proud to have Toni Kroos in our midst," says Prime Minister Schwesig, who honors the 33-year-old as one of the most successful German footballers. His commitment to the region is clearly shown by the support of the LEICHTTURM Children's and Youth Hospice Service in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania as well as other projects that benefit sick and needy children and families.

Toni Kroos is not only valued for his sporting achievements, but also for his connection with his homeland. The President of the state parliament, Reinhard Bütikofer, recommends Kroos as a model for future generations and illustrates the importance of his inspiration for the youth in the region. The first and the only football professional, which was first and so far, testifies to his outstanding career in football.

a fighter on and next to the place

The Greifswalder native gave his professional debut for FC Bayern Munich in September 2007 and is a real veteran in sport with over 700 competitive games at club level. The former international announced his career end after the 2024 European Championship. Enough time to consolidate his place in football history and also become a sought -after ambassador for his sporting path and social projects.

The announcement of the award ceremony has already caused positive reactions and awakens anticipation for the ceremony. The award will be awarded on July 18, 2025 in Greifswald - an event that will attract many fans, family and friends. In view of his achievements on the square and his commitment outside, Toni Kroos is an outstanding example of a successful sports career and social commitment.

like the Fr is pleased with the award, the value of which goes beyond the sporting success. Over the years, he has not only shaped German football, but also did a lot for his community.

Who knows, maybe on July 18th he will also give some young talents in Greifswald tips on the way - the footballer and man Toni Kroos shows that you can still do a lot even after your career.

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OrtGreifswald, Deutschland
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