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Ignored by Nagelsmann: will Klopp bring back a star who has already turned him down twice?

He was named by Julian Nagelsmann only three times and missed the last two major tournaments. Julian Brandt's start at Ajax is now fuelling hopes of a comeback in the Germany team - as is Nagelsmann's successor.

A loaded question to embarrass him: Xavi escapes the first Dutch ambush

Barcelona legend is a master of mind games with the press

FC Rottach-Egern v FC Bayern München - Pre-Season Friendly

BVB president Watzke puts Uli Hoeneß in his place

Hans-Joachim Watzke has hit back in clear terms at the latest criticism of the DFB from Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeneß.

Liverpool FC v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League

Xavi contacts Liverpool captain Van Dijk ahead of Klopp clash

New Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez has wasted no time contacting Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk as he prepares for a daunting opening fixture. The former Barcelona boss faces an immediate trial by fire against Jurgen Klopp's Germany side.

An unusual scene for Jürgen Klopp during his first appearance

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Germany v Paraguay: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

'It won't take much longer' - Schlotterbeck gives ankle injury update

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has broken his silence regarding his recovery from the ankle injury sustained at the 2026 World Cup. The 26-year-old missed the entire pre-season and the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup defeat to Bayern Munich but expressed optimism that his return to action will not take much longer.

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