As expected, returning shot-stopper Manuel Neuer will wear the iconic number 1 shirt at the upcoming World Cup. His deputy, Oliver Baumann, has been allocated the number 12, while young star Lennart Karl will sport the number 25. However, it is the shirt number of a winger that is generating the most debate.
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann has revealed which phone call was the most emotional during the selection process for the German squad for the 2026 World Cup.
Germany legends Lothar Matthaus and Roman Weidenfeller have both publicly endorsed Julian Nagelsmann's shock decision to restore Manuel Neuer as the nation’s primary goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich veteran has sensationally stepped out of international retirement to lead Die Mannschaft in North America, displacing Hoffenheim’s Oliver Baumann in the process.
The debate over Joshua Kimmich's position in the German national team has been reignited by Uli Hoeneß. He has criticised national team manager Julian Nagelsmann.
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