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Could there be fresh World Cup hope for the DFB star overlooked by Nagelsmann?

He was a regular starter and a key player for Nagelsmann during the home European Championship, yet his chances of making the World Cup squad currently appear slim—at least at first glance.

Injured for almost a year, the DFB star still harbors World Cup hopes

Tim Kleindienst remains in contention for a place in the World Championship squad.

Bayern & Germany dealt huge worry over Gnabry injury

Bayern Munich have been dealt a devastating blow following the news that Serge Gnabry is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The German giants confirmed the winger has suffered a serious adductor injury that could see him miss the upcoming World Cup in North America.

World Cup place in jeopardy? Bayern announce injury to star striker

FC Bayern Munich will be without winger Serge Gnabry for the run-in to the season.

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World Cup surprise? Nagelsmann contacts Bundesliga star

Grischa Prömel of TSG Hoffenheim remains in contention for a surprise World Cup call-up.

"Weakening himself in the process": Nagelsmann criticised for his handling of Undav

Two former DFB stars deem Julian Nagelsmann’s handling of Deniz Undav in the German national team regrettable.

Nagelsmann performs a U-turn following Lena’s “comeback”

National coach Nagelsmann has outlined his tournament squad less than four weeks before the squad is announced. Thanks to “his Lena”, Undav can hope again, while another debate has finally been put to bed.

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'We're killing him!' - Khedira hits out at Neuer return talk

Sami Khedira has launched a fierce defence of Germany goalkeeper Oliver Baumann following persistent media speculation regarding a potential international return for Manuel Neuer. The 2014 World Cup winner argued that the ongoing debate has actively harmed the squad’s preparation and undermined the confidence of the current first-choice option heading into the summer tournament.

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'Stupid of me... I'm sorry' - Nagelsmann issues apology

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has issued a formal apology to Deniz Undav after his controversial public assessment of the striker’s performance last month. The former Bayern Munich boss admitted his comments regarding the VfB Stuttgart star were too blunt and has moved to clarify their relationship ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

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Not going to the World Cup? Kahn feels misunderstood over comments about Musiala

Oliver Kahn insists he has been misinterpreted, and that his remarks about national team player Jamal Musiala possibly missing the World Cup have been taken out of context.

Kompany bursts out laughing at Kahn’s demand regarding Musiala

Bayern Munich winger Jamal Musiala will not voluntarily withdraw from the 2026 World Cup, and he has the full support of club manager Vincent Kompany.

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Steigen acknowledges the tough reality: he will not push himself to do anything

The German goalkeeper finds himself in a tricky spot.

Neuer warned against Germany World Cup swansong

Oliver Kahn believes Manuel Neuer should walk away from football on a high if Bayern Munich secure the Champions League trophy this season. The legendary former goalkeeper questioned whether his successor truly needs to endure one last World Cup campaign in his 40s.

Straight talk from a former international: "I wouldn't have brought in Nagelsmann"

Former international Dietmar Hamann (52) has criticised Julian Nagelsmann (38). With the World Cup this summer in mind, he accuses the national team manager of two things in particular: his handling of so-called squad players and a lack of presence.

The DFB star acknowledges that he is currently “a long way off” from being selected for the World Cup squad

Marc-André ter Stegen now acknowledges that his hope of appearing at the World Cup with Germany is all but gone.

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Former Bayern boss advises Musiala to skip the World Cup

Oliver Kahn has advised Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala not to participate in the upcoming World Cup.

Neuer told he 'belongs' in Germany squad despite Nagelsmann 'block'

Manuel Neuer remains the world's best after a vintage display in Bayern’s 2-1 win over Real Madrid. While experts demand his World Cup return, it has been claimed Julian Nagelsmann is blocking the legend's international comeback. Despite the pressure, the coach's stance prevents Neuer from reversing his retirement for the tournament.

Neuer laments Real Madrid’s return to form… and declines to answer a question about the World Cup

The veteran goalkeeper warns his teammates ahead of the match at the Allianz Arena

After the gala performance: Neuer makes his position clear on one issue

In the Champions League match against Real Madrid, Manuel Neuer proved to be the match-winner for FC Bayern Munich with a series of brilliant saves. Afterwards, the 40-year-old skilfully deflected questions about a return to the German national team.

Report: Secret pact between Undav and Nagelsmann

Deniz Undav’s role in the Germany squad was a hot topic during the recent international break. Things are now set to calm down.

Undav's historic wage claim against VfB revealed

Amid the debate surrounding Nagelsmann, VfB Stuttgart are in talks with Deniz Undav over a new contract. The striker’s salary demands are said to be of historic proportions.

A return to the DFB for Neuer? "That ship has sailed"

Lothar Matthäus believes that Julian Nagelsmann has definitively closed the door on a return to the German national team for Manuel Neuer.

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Doubts surround Iran's participation in the World Cup

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Germany legend Low speaks out on links to Ghana job

Former Germany head coach Joachim Low has broken his silence regarding reports that he is set to manage Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The 66-year-old has been out of the dugout since leaving the DFB in 2021 and is currently being linked with a sensational return to the international stage.

A sensational return to the World Cup? Jogi Löw speaks out

Löw has been out of a coaching job for five years. Now, of all times, he is set to return to the touchline for the World Cup. But it is unlikely that this will actually happen.

Frequently asked questions

: Bournemouth were formed from the remains of a local club called Boscombe St. John's Institute Football Club and was renamed to Boscombe F.C. in 1899. More than 20 years later, the club changed its name to Bournemouth and Boscombe Athletic Football Club, before renaming themselves to AFC Bournemouth in 1971. Fun fact: the 'AFC' in AFC Bournemouth is not an abbreviation, it's just a part of the name.
: American businessman Bill Foley, in a partnership with Cannae Holdings Inc, completed the total takeover of Bournemouth in December 2022. Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan and Kosmos Founder Nullah Sarker lead the minority ownership group.
: Bournemouth's stadium is the Dean Court, commonly known as Vitality Stadium for sponsorship reasons. Bournemouth have been playing their games at this venue since December 1910.
: Vitality Stadium has a capacity of 11,307, making it the second-smallest ground in Premier League history in terms of capacity, behind Luton Town's Kenilworth Road.
: Bournemouth have not won a single major trophy yet.
: Bournemouth have not won any Premier League / first division titles throughout their history. However, they bagged 48 points in the 2023-24 campaign, their best-ever tally.
: Cherries legend Steve Fletcher, who spent 19 years of his 24-year playing career at Bournemouth, is the club's record-appearance maker. Fletcher, a forward by trade, made 728 appearances for the club and scored 121 goals.
: Ron Eyre scored 229 goals in 378 games for Bournemouth between 1924 and 1933, making him the club's all-time top scorer.
: Dominic Solanke, Aaron Ramsdale, Callum Wilson, Nathan Ake, Jermain Defoe, Eddie Howe, and Gavin Peacock are some of the most famous players to have played for Bournemouth. The club even managed to sign George Best at one point!
: Harry Redknapp, Sean O'Driscoll, and Eddie Howe are among Bournemouth's most prominent managers ever.
: Bournemouth are nicknamed The Cherries. While there's some debate regarding the origins of the nickname, it is widely believed that it is based on the cherry-red striped jerseys that the team plays in. Secondly, it is also believed that the nickname is derived from the cherry orchards in the Cooper-Dean Estate, located right next to Dean Court.

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