Oliver Baumann has revealed that former Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann apologised for dropping him right before the 2026 World Cup. The 36-year-old goalkeeper was expected to start after playing throughout qualifying but was benched when Manuel Neuer came out of international retirement prior to Germany’s round-of-32 exit.
The fresh start in the Germany team with Jürgen Klopp could also be a great opportunity for a late developer to take the next step in his consistently built career.
Red Bull have appointed former Bayer Leverkusen coach Roger Schmidt as their new Global Head of Soccer following Jurgen Klopp's departure. Schmidt steps into the role after Klopp left the organisation to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach.
It is one of the most important tasks facing the new Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp: to find a right-back fit for the future. Rafael Pinto Pedrosa of Karlsruher SC is hoping for his chance.
Bayern Munich and Germany legend Manuel Neuer has confirmed that his illustrious career is likely reaching its final chapter. The veteran goalkeeper, who has defined the modern "sweeper-keeper" role, admitted that he expects to hang up his gloves when his current contract expires in 2027.
DFB sporting director Rudi Voller pointed out clear differences between Julian Nagelsmann and his successor Jurgen Klopp following the former Liverpool manager's appointment as the new Germany head coach. Speaking in Mainz, Voller noted that Klopp would be far more visible at matches while suggesting Nagelsmann proved "too sensitive" to intense public criticism.
Why Leroy Sane is often viewed critically in Germany is something Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk cannot understand at all. Above all, he says it is completely unfounded to identify Sane as one of those chiefly responsible for the Germany national team’s World Cup fiasco.
German football legend Lothar Matthaus has issued a clear warning to newly appointed national team manager Jurgen Klopp, insisting that his famous charisma and elite pedigree will mean nothing if he fails to deliver instant results. While expressing immense excitement over the former Liverpool boss signing a four-year contract, Matthaus stressed that Klopp faces a brutal reality check trying to salvage a baseline of consistency following Germany's latest catastrophic World Cup cycle.
Germany icon Bastian Schweinsteiger felt the national team lacked leaders at the disappointing World Cup and explicitly criticised Jamal Musiala in that context.
Captain Joshua Kimmich remains a key pillar of the Germany national football team under new head coach Jürgen Klopp, even after their third World Cup disaster in a row.
Former Arsenal academy director Per Mertesacker has spoken out about his new challenge after being confirmed as the incoming sporting managing director of the German Football Association (DFB). The 2014 World Cup winner is set to play a pivotal role in the nation's footballing future, joining the setup at the same time as legendary manager Jurgen Klopp.
The arrival of Jurgen Klopp as Germany’s new national team head coach has sparked a wave of optimism across the country not seen in many years. Former Liverpool and Germany midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes the presence of the charismatic coach alone is enough to transform the national mood, though he insists significant tactical hurdles still lie ahead for the squad.
The German Football Association (DFB) has confirmed an unusual arrangement with Red Bull to secure Jurgen Klopp's release as national team head coach, involving a €1 million donation to charity and a commitment to stage three future Germany matches in Leipzig.
Jurgen Klopp has wasted no time setting out his expectations after being unveiled as Germany's new head coach. The former Liverpool boss warned both the media and the DFB that he would walk away if trust, respect or support disappeared.
Jürgen Klopp introduced himself as the new Germany head coach at a press conference on Friday. In doing so, it became clear what the role means to him and the significance he attaches to it. At the same time, however, he also showed his flawed understanding of the media. A commentary.
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