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Germany are reportedly preparing to part ways with Julian Nagelsmann following their shock World Cup exit to Paraguay, with former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp emerging as the leading candidate to replace him.

Klopp leading shortlist as Germany weigh Nagelsmann sack after World Cup failure

Germany are reportedly closing in on a managerial change after their disappointing FIFA World Cup campaign, with former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp...

Julian Nagelsmann says he has no intention of resigning after Germany's shock FIFA World Cup last-32 exit to Paraguay, insisting he is ready to continue if the German Football Association retains its faith in him.

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Germany’s World Cup ends in heartbreak as Nagelsmann addresses his future

Julian Nagelsmann has ruled out resigning as Germany coach following his side’s dramatic FIFA World Cup last-32 elimination by Paraguay, declaring that...

Julian Nagelsmann admits Germany can no longer consider themselves among world football's elite after another disappointing FIFA World Cup exit, calling for major changes to restore the nation's fortunes.

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‘We are not at the top anymore’ – Nagelsmann issues stark Germany reality check

Julian Nagelsmann believes Germany can no longer claim to be among world football’s elite, delivering one of his starkest assessments yet after...

Paraguay stunned four-time champions Germany on penalties after a gripping 1-1 draw over 120 minutes in Boston, reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 following a heroic defensive display led by goalkeeper Orlando Gill.

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VAR drama, shootout agony and Paraguay’s historic triumph over Germany

Paraguay held their nerve in the first penalty shootout of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to defeat Germany 4-3 after a 1-1...

Emerse Fae praised Germany's quality after Ivory Coast's 2-1 World Cup defeat but admitted he was disappointed by what he described as a lack of fair play during the contest.

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‘Stay humble’ – Fae reveals exchange with German defender after World Cup clash

Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae praised Germany’s quality but expressed disappointment with what he felt was a lack of fair play...

Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Faé has promised the Elephants will come back stronger after their dramatic FIFA World Cup exit to Norway, thanking supporters and insisting the team's journey is only beginning.

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‘Our fate remains in our hands’ – Fae shifts focus to decisive Curacao clash after Germany heartbreak

Emerse Fae has urged Ivory Coast to quickly move on from their painful defeat to Germany, insisting the Elephants remain firmly in...

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Super Eagles on alert as Dutch defender Precious Ugwu hints on playing for the Super Eagles

Nigeria-eligible Netherlands youth international Precious Ugwu has spoken candidly about his international future, leaving the door open to a potential switch to...

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Nigeria-eligible goalkeeper breaks Manuel Neuer’s record, eyes U21 Euro title with Germany

Nigeria Football Federation target Noah Atubolu has made history by breaking Manuel Neuer’s record for the most appearances for Germany’s U21 team....