Jürgen Klopp appointed Germany coach Jürgen Klopp has officially been appointed as the new coach of the Germany national team. DFB President Bernd Neuendorf announced the appointment in Frankfurt on Friday. Klopp signed a contract until the 2030 World Cup and will take up his post on August 15.

Why Klopp is the right choice The 59-year-old had long been the favorite for the job. After Germany's disappointing World Cup exit against Paraguay (1-1) on June 29, 2026, and the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann, Klopp was the obvious choice. With his charismatic personality and successful coaching at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, he is expected to lead the team back to the top.

Klopp's team and first challenges Klopp will be supported by his long-time associates Peter Krawietz and Pep Lijnders. Former national team player Sven Bender is also part of the coaching staff. Unusually, Klopp's agent Marc Kosicke has been brought in as an external consultant for strategy and innovation.

What comes next? Klopp's first game in charge will be the friendly against the Netherlands on September 24, 2026. The team has won three, drawn one, and lost one of their last five games (DLWWW). Klopp faces the task of turning the German national team back into a world-class side.