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.
Jurgen Klopp has set a defiant stall for the future of the German national team, insisting he wants to transform Die Mannschaft into an opponent that strikes fear into the heart of every rival. As the Nations League reaches a critical juncture, the former Liverpool boss believes his squad is finally moving in the right direction to recapture their former glory.
Werder Bremen striker Niclas Fullkrug has expressed his delight after earning a recall to the Germany national team. The in-form forward discussed working under manager Jurgen Klopp as Die Mannschaft prepare for crucial UEFA Nations League matches against Serbia and the Netherlands.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen has admitted to feeling immense frustration during his decade spent in the shadow of Manuel Neuer for the German national team. The Ajax goalkeeper, who has finally secured the number one shirt under new boss Jurgen Klopp, reflected on the mental toll of being a perennial second choice.
Netherlands playmaker Frenkie de Jong has welcomed the tactical possibility of starting alongside Joey Veerman in the national team's midfield. Echoing comments from manager Xavi Hernandez, De Jong insisted that technically gifted footballers can always complement each other on the pitch.
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