debundesliga1-2, Exercise 2: Why no national league

Model answer:

1. Distance and travel: a national league meant long, costly journeys for clubs.
2. Regional loyalty: clubs and associations were organised by region and wanted to keep their own leagues.
3. The amateur ideal: the DFB did not allow open professionalism, and a national league suggested a professional sport.

Other acceptable reasons: costs, fear of losing local identity, and the post-war reorganisation. Details should be checked.