What's next for Julian Nagelsmann?
Lothar Matthäus doubts Julian Nagelsmann's chances for a top job in Germany. The former national team coach might look abroad for his next challenge. Matthäus writes in his column for the TV channel Sky: "Here he stands under greater observation than abroad." Matthäus emphasizes that Nagelsmann has been too sensitive to criticism in recent times and has been very short-tempered at times.
Why is this important for Germany?
This could turn out to be a boomerang in Germany. In professional football, there is criticism when the results do not match or when unattractive football is played. With Julian, both were the case. Nagelsmann had agreed on a separation with the German Football Association (DFB) after the early World Cup exit, although his contract was still valid until 2028. Jürgen Klopp was appointed as his successor.
What comes next?
Nagelsmann could look abroad. Lothar Matthäus writes: "I don't believe that Nagelsmann will get a top job in Germany so quickly." Matthäus sees another solution. "No one wants to do him any harm personally, not even me. But he has been too sensitive to criticism in recent times and has been very short-tempered at times." Matthäus emphasizes that Nagelsmann would be under less observation abroad.
Current Stand
Germany is in first place in the World Cup after three games, with 6 points collected and 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last five games. The next match is against the Netherlands on September 24, 2026.
Numbers and Facts
Germany has scored 10 goals and conceded 4 goals in the World Cup. The last match ended with a 1:1 draw against Paraguay on June 29, 2026. The current form of the team is LLWW.
