The Greek

After 5 years in the States my friend Mike is now back in Germany. He is living in Nurnberg - one hour from Regensburg by car or by train. Thus I packed my backpack last week and paid him a visit to watch Champions League with him and to see his new apartment.

The Champignons League game - Florence vs. Bayern Munich was a highlight and two friends joined us - Jan & Björn. Bayern made it to the Quarter Finals.

The apartment is another highlight - I was not expecting anything else. You have a view over the city and the castle of the city. Well, no surprise that other celebrities enjoy this apartment complex. For example Angelos Charisteas, the soccer champ from club in Nurnberg. He is an absolute celebrity in Greece since 2004. He was the one leading his national team to the European Champion title when scoring the important goal against Portugal - 1:0.

Well it is going to be just a matter of time till Mike will run into Mr. Charisteas. I had the honor not even after 24 hours. When I left Mike’s apartment the next day, to go to the train station, I took the staircase and on the fourth floor I met him – the famous Greek.

We greeted each other and while I continued taking the stairs, this soccer pro took the elevator. Can you believe that? This guy earns his money with soccer and takes the elevator from the third floor. I was so irritated that when we met again downstairs I kept him the door open. I was worried that it might be too much for him to open the door.... He was happy, said thanks... Strange Greek (Sorry, Soto!)