Pascal Gross has confirmed his retirement from international football with Germany, choosing to bow out on a high note following a Man of the Match performance against Arsenal. The 35-year-old midfielder revealed his decision shortly after helping Brighton & Hove Albion dismantle the defending Premier League champions at the Amex Stadium.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen has admitted that his return to the German national team setup is a deeply emotional milestone following two years of physical and professional hardship. The 32-year-old, who left Barcelona for Ajax on loan this summer to revive his career, has been thrust back into the spotlight by new manager Jurgen Klopp.
Mauricio Pochettino has delivered a strong message regarding player commitment after teenage defender Noahkai Banks opted to represent Germany over the United States. The USMNT boss praised the 19-year-old's honesty but insisted he only wants players desperate to wear the badge.
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