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Julian Nagelsmann Names Germany Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

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Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has announced his squad for the World Cup qualifiers. Read more about the latest team news.


The squad selection highlights a mix of experienced players and fresh talent as Germany prepares for upcoming matches...


Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has announced his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, and it's a surprising one. Center-back Antonio Rudiger is back in the fold, while winger Leroy Sane has been dropped. Rudiger's return comes after his outburst in the Spanish Cup final, where he threw an object at the referee and verbally abused him. He later apologized for his behavior.


The Germany squad has been hit with a wave of injuries, with several key players out, including forwards Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz, and Tim Kleindienst. Other notable absences include first-choice goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen and defenders Nico Schlotterbeck and Benjamin Henrichs. Finn Dahmen, Augsburg's goalkeeper, has been called up to replace ter Stegen.


The Germany coach has named a 23-man squad featuring three new faces: Nnamdi Collins from Eintracht Frankfurt, Augsburg's goalkeeper Finn Dahmen, and Mainz's midfielder Paul Nebel. Notably, Leroy Sane, who has earned 90 caps for Germany since his 2015 debut, was not included in the squad announced after his recent transfer from Bayern Munich to Galatasaray.


The squad selection highlights a mix of experienced players and fresh talent as Germany prepares for upcoming matches. With Sane's absence, the team dynamic may shift, and the newcomers will look to make an impact and secure their places in the squad. The coach's decisions will be closely watched as the team gears up for its next challenges.


Antonio Rudiger has received a Germany national team call-up for the first time since his controversy-filled Spanish Cup final outburst in May. The Real Madrid center-back was involved in an unsavory incident where he threw an object at the referee and verbally abused him after being substituted during the match. This behavior sparked widespread criticism.


Following the incident, Rudiger took to social media to issue a public apology, stating, “There's definitely no excuse for my behavior last night. I'm very sorry for that.” Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann had previously criticized Rudiger's actions, warning of “very serious consequences” if such behavior happened again. It seems Nagelsmann has given Rudiger a second chance, including him in the squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers 


Rudiger's apology was not just a gesture; he specifically addressed his actions towards the referee. In his apology, he acknowledged his wrongdoing and expressed remorse for his “wrong and excessive” behavior. This move showcases Rudiger's willingness to take responsibility for his actions and make amends. With his inclusion in the national team, Rudiger will look to put the past behind him and focus on his performances.




Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann made some notable inclusions in his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Antonio Rudiger returns to the team, accompanied by Stuttgart duo Angelo Stiller and Jamie Leweling, as well as Mainz midfielder Nadiem Amiri. This move showcases Nagelsmann's efforts to strengthen the team with a mix of experienced and fresh talent.


Augsburg goalkeeper Finn Dahmen has earned a spot in the squad, replacing the injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Interestingly, Dahmen is eligible to represent both Germany and England, making his selection a strategic move by the German coach.


Germany's upcoming fixtures include a match against Slovakia in Bratislava on September 4, followed by a home game against Northern Ireland in Cologne three days later. These World Cup qualifiers promise to be intense, with Germany looking to make a strong impression.


To secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup, Germany needs to top their qualifying group, which includes Slovakia, Northern Ireland, and Luxembourg. The top 12 group winners will qualify directly for the World Cup, while the remaining four spots will be determined through playoffs involving the 12 group runners-up and the four best-ranked group winners of the UEFA Nations League that didn't finish in the top two of their qualifying group.


The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, with 16 European nations qualifying for the tournament. The qualifiers began in March 2025, and the playoff matches are scheduled for March 26-31, 2026. The World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.



Germany's Squad:

Goalkeepers:

  • Oliver Baumann (Hoffenheim)
  • Finn Dahmen (Augsburg)
  • Alexander Nuebel (Stuttgart)

Defenders:

  • Robert Andrich (Bayer Leverkusen)
  • Waldemar Anton (Borussia Dortmund)
  • Nnamdi Collins (Eintracht Frankfurt)
  • Robin Koch (Eintracht Frankfurt)
  • Maximilian Mittelstadt (Stuttgart)
  • David Raum (RB Leipzig)
  • Antonio Rudiger (Real Madrid)
  • Jonathan Tah (Bayern Munich)

Midfielders:

  • Nadiem Amiri (Mainz)
  • Serge Gnabry (Bayern Munich)
  • Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich)
  • Pascal Gross (Borussia Dortmund)
  • Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich)
  • Jamie Leweling (Stuttgart)
  • Paul Nebel (Mainz)
  • Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart)
  • Florian Wirtz (Liverpool)


Forwards:

  • Niclas Füllkrug (West Ham)
  • Nick Woltemade (Stuttgart).


Upcoming Matches:

Germany's qualifying schedule is as follows:

September 4, 2025: Slovakia vs Germany

September 7, 2025: Germany vs Northern Ireland

October 10, 2025: Germany vs Luxembourg

October 13, 2025: Northern Ireland vs Germany

November 14, 2025: Luxembourg vs Germany

November 17, 2025: Germany vs Slovakia




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