Jurgen Klopp has urged his Germany side to embrace their growing status as a European powerhouse following a dominant 3-1 victory over Serbia in the Nations League. The former Liverpool boss was full of praise for his team's tactical discipline and intensity as they moved a step closer to the quarter-finals.
Germany secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Serbia in the UEFA Nations League, dominated by an 80% possession share. Florian Wirtz and Brajan Gruda provided the clinical edge to ensure a comfortable night for Jurgen Klopp's side.
Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez has officially handed the captain's armband to Frenkie de Jong for the ongoing international break. The Barcelona midfielder is leading the Oranje in the absence of Virgil van Dijk, who is sidelined with physical discomfort.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen has refused to close the door on a potential return to Barcelona after the conclusion of his current loan spell with Ajax. The veteran goalkeeper, who moved to the Eredivisie in the summer after losing his starting spot at Camp Nou, remains under contract with the Catalan giants until 2028.
Germany’s upcoming UEFA Nations League trip to Belgrade will carry an eerie, sterile atmosphere with no supporters allowed in the stands. While many players loathe the sterility of behind-closed-doors football, SC Freiburg full-back Philipp Treu insists Germany can turn an empty stadium to their advantage.
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