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‘Bare minimum’ target set for £116m Wirtz after double flop

Florian Wirtz endured a difficult debut season at Liverpool on the back of his £116 million ($155m) transfer to Anfield, with Danny Murphy telling GOAL that double figures for goals and assists will be the “bare minimum” requirement in 2026-27. The Germany international is aware that patience can only stretch so far when it comes to making a telling contribution to the collective cause.

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Nagelsmann a dead man walking after Paraguay upset Germany

Germany were sensationally dumped out of the 2026 World Cup on Monday evening after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw in Foxborough. Julian Nagelsmann's side had 75 percent possession and three times as many shots as their South American opponents (21-7), while they also thought they'd won a bad-tampered round-of-32 tie when Jonathan Tah headed home Nathaniel Brown's corner in extra-time.

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Nagelsmann stands by misfiring Musiala and Wirtz

Julian Nagelsmann has thrown his support behind Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz after their disappointing display in Germany's defeat to Ecuador. The head coach insists the creative duo will keep his faith ahead of Monday's last-32 clash and believes both players are close to rediscovering their best form.

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Musiala & Wirtz pull strings as rampant Germany crush Curacao

Germany made an early statement at the 2026 World Cup as they ran out 7-1 winners over tournament debutants Curacao. A brace from Kai Havertz and goals from Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown and Deniz Undav ensured a relatively straightforward introduction to Group E for Die Mannschaft, though they were given something of a shock when Curacao found the net midway through the first half.

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Don't write Wirtz off! World Cup ideal stage to silence doubters

During Liverpool's historically poor run of results last autumn, Florian Wirtz's form became the subject of much debate. Gary Lineker was among those that felt that the No.10 might benefit from being taken out of Arne Slot’s starting line-up, and thus the spotlight. "Don’t think he isn’t suffering at the moment with this," the former England international said on 'The Rest is Football' podcast.

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Yamal, Haaland & 10 stars making their World Cup debuts

We're now just hours away from the start of the 2026 World Cup, with teams currently making their final preparations ahead of the big kick-off in the United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday. This is the biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams having qualified, meaning there are a whole host of players making their first appearance on the global stage.

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Six biggest Liverpool issues Iraola needs to solve

Liverpool have a new manager. Just over a year after Arne Slot led the Reds to a record-equalling 20th English championship, the Dutchman has been replaced in the dugout by Andoni Iraola. The change of coach has already lifted spirits around Anfield after a disastrous Premier League title defence that featured 12 defeats, while Liverpool were also hammered at home by Crystal Palace in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, humiliated by Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-finals and swept aside by Paris Saint-Germain in the last eight of the Champions League.

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Wirtz to Chelsea? Liverpool exit for Alonso reunion addressed

Speculation has reached fever pitch regarding a potential blockbuster move that would see Liverpool playmaker Florian Wirtz reunite with his former mentor Xabi Alonso at Chelsea. Despite a challenging debut season at Anfield following a record-breaking move from the Bundesliga, the Germany international remains a top-tier talent linked with the Premier League's biggest projects.

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Wirtz explains 'liking' Mohamed Salah's controversial social post

Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has defended his decision to endorse Mohamed Salah’s controversial social media post, which was widely interpreted as a swipe at manager Arne Slot. The Germany international dismissed suggestions of an internal squad rebellion, insisting the departing forward was merely offering an honest assessment after a turbulent season.

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RANKED: Top 20 disappointing EPL signings of the season

As the 2025-26 Premier League season draws to a close, it's time to look back on what has been a campaign full of twists and turns. Arsenal eventually saw off the challenge of Manchester City to secure the title, but European places and the final berth in the relegation zone are still to be decided into the final day.

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Slot confirms Salah return for Villa trip but Wirtz a doubt due to illness

Arne Slot has provided a significant fitness update ahead of Liverpool’s crucial Premier League encounter away at Aston Villa on Friday night. While talismanic forward Mohamed Salah is prepared to make his return following a two-match injury absence, the Reds may be forced to navigate the fixture without influential playmaker Florian Wirtz due to a sudden illness.

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Slot provides Isak, Konate and Wirtz injury updates

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has delivered a significant triple injury boost ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea, confirming that Alexander Isak is set to return to the matchday squad. The Reds boss also moved to ease concerns surrounding Ibrahima Konate and Florian Wirtz after both players were notable absentees from training earlier this week.