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Germany snap up former member of Kompany's staff

Julian Nagelsmann has moved to overhaul his backroom staff as Germany ramp up their preparations for the 2026 World Cup. The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed on Tuesday that they have secured a deal to bring in a high-profile specialist to ensure the squad is in peak physical condition for the tournament.

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Kimmich plays down Germany's World Cup chances

Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich has warned that Germany cannot be considered among the top favourites for the 2026 World Cup. As the captain prepares his squad for their upcoming friendly against Switzerland, he insists that past tournament failures mean the four-time world champions must prove themselves all over again on the global stage.

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Rüdiger responds to his critics: "I play a physical game, but I'm not a risk"

Kimmich comes to the defence of a heavily criticised DFB star

Joshua Kimmich does not agree with the criticism levelled at Antonio Rüdiger and his role in the German national team.

"Real Madrid? Enough of this nonsense": Klopp vents his frustration over an uncertain future

What is being reported about the German manager’s return to the dugout.

Nagelsmann has selected these players for the DFB squad

Who will make it into the German national team’s final squad ahead of the crucial World Cup phase, and which DFB stars will have to stay at home? Spox has all the answers.

"Widespread scepticism": DFB's World Cup base raises questions

TV presenter Laura Wontorra has openly expressed doubts about the suitability of the DFB’s training camp for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

Rudiger denies being 'security risk' for Real

Antonio Rudiger has hit back at accusations that his highly aggressive defensive style makes him a liability for his clubs and country. Following severe backlash over an unpunished challenge during a recent La Liga match against Getafe, the veteran defender firmly defended his on-pitch mentality while also acknowledging that he occasionally crosses the line and must take responsibility.

"It all makes perfect sense": Müller names his World Cup favourite

Thomas Müller is working as a TV pundit during the World Cup. He has a favourite for the tournament – and it isn’t the German national team.

"Idiots! Rubbish! No clue at all!" Klopp works himself into a rage

It was actually supposed to be all about his role as a TV pundit. But when asked about rumours regarding Real Madrid and a potential departure from Red Bull, Jürgen Klopp got worked up.

Delighted at Kwasniok’s departure? El Mala causes a stir

The Kwasniok chapter has come to an end in Cologne. Much to the delight of Supertalent El Mala, perhaps?

Bayern star unlikely to join the DFB squad – replacement from VfB?

It appears that Bayern Munich's Aleksandar Pavlovic will not be able to join the German national team.

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DFB faces another loss: Bundesliga record-breaker set to switch associations?

German football faces the prospect of losing another top talent in Wael Mohya.

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One question even makes him laugh! Karl’s journey into the past

Lennart Karl has an exciting few weeks ahead of him: the 18-year-old is set to make his debut for the German national team and is due to play for FC Bayern at his dream club.

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"They all deserved it more": Hamann criticises Sane's nomination

Leroy Sané has regained his place in national team manager Julian Nagelsmann’s squad and stands a good chance of making the World Cup squad. Dietmar Hamann takes a very critical view of this.

USMNT or Germany? Banks faces difficult choice ahead of World Cup

The center back is the latest dual national player thrust into an impossible choice, but it's one he must make, and likely make soon

What a surprise! Hamann would have picked a different centre-back

Dietmar Hamann would have liked to see two more names in national team manager Julian Nagelsmann’s squad for the upcoming DFB internationals.

BVB star's absence: Club legend criticises Nagelsmann

Roman Weidenfeller is missing one particular Borussia Dortmund player from national team manager Julian Nagelsmann’s March squad.

'Looks like a seasoned pro' - Bayern youngster tipped for World Cup after rapid Germany rise

Dietmar Hamann has urged Julian Nagelsmann to ensure Bayern Munich starlet Lennart Karl is on the plane for the upcoming World Cup, claiming the teenage sensation already plays like a veteran. The former Liverpool and Germany midfielder believes the 18-year-old offers a unique threat that the national team simply cannot do without on the biggest stage.

Frequently asked questions

: Manchester United were founded in 1878, although under a different name at first - Newton Heath LYR. The name Manchester United was born in April 1902, beating alternative suggestions like Manchester Central and Manchester Celtic.
: Manchester United are currently co-owned by the Glazer family, as well as INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe. In February, Ratcliffe bought an initial 25% stake in the club, ganing control over all the sporting operations.
: Manchester United play their home games at the Old Trafford, which is also known as the 'Theatre Of Dreams' among fans and pundits.
: Old Trafford has a capacity of 74,310, making it UK's second-biggest football stadium in terms of capacity (behind Wembley).
: Manchester United have an impressive haul of 68 trophies in their prestigious history, which includes 20 league titles, three Champions Leagues, as well as 13 FA Cups.
: Manchester United have won a record 20 English top flight titles. They have won 13 titles in the Premier League era, all of them coming under Sir Alex Ferguson. United, though, haven't lifted the Premier League trophy since the 2012-13 season.
: With 963 appearances to his name, Ryan Giggs holds the record of making the most appearances for Manchester United. Giggs made his debut for the club in March 1991 and spent his entire professional career, spanning 23 years, at Old Trafford.
: Wayne Rooney is Manchester United's all-time top goalscorer with 253 goals in 559 games for the club. He spent 13 years at the club, from 2004 to 2017.
: Eric Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo, George Best, Paul Scholes, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Edwin van der Sar, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Angel Di Maria, and Denis Irwin are some of the most famous players to have donned the Manchester United colours.
: Sir Matt Busby, Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho, David Moyes, and Louis van Gaal are among the most famous to have been at the helm at Old Trafford.
: Manchester United are famously known as The Red Devils among their fans and rivals alike. The term was introduced by the legendary Sir Matt Busby in the 1960s – after the tragic Munich air disaster – seeking inspiration from a local rugby club from Salford, who were referred to as "Les Diables Rouges" (The Red Devils) when they toured France in 1934.

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