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Florian Wirtz

2026-04-252026-07-01

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Several of Germany's core players may not be around for the next World Cup in 2030, but Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz should be in their prime by then.

    Nagelsmann says won't 'run away' after Germany World Cup exit
  3. The Standard

    However, they at last breached Paraguay's dogged rearguard when Florian Wirtz cut in from the left and delivered a cross that Havertz glanced into the far corner to ease Germany's nerves.

    Germany dumped out by Paraguay in seismic World Cup shock
  4. Citizen Digital

    But the German attack that shone on home soil at Euro 2024, with Havertz alongside Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala, is yet to click at the World Cup.

    Germany must win to defy World Cup doubters, says Nagelsmann
  5. Citizen Digital

    Germany settled early, Nmecha scoring a beauty in the sixth minute, receiving the ball from Florian Wirtz and curling the ball round a Curacao defender and past goalkeeper Eloy Room.

    Germany hammer World Cup debutants Curacao after early scare
  6. The Standard

    Germany settled early, Nmecha scoring a beauty in the sixth minute, receiving the ball from Florian Wirtz and curling the ball round a Curacao defender and past goalkeeper Eloy Room.The goal had coach Julian Nagelsmann letting out a huge roar.

    Germany thrash Curacao 7-1 in World Cup group match
  7. May 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    British transfer record signing Alexander Isak was beset by fitness problems, while Florian Wirtz struggled with the transition to the Premier League after a £100 million move from Bayer Leverkusen.

    Liverpool sack Slot, Iraola in line to take over
  9. Citizen Digital

    Complicating his task, the key trio of Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz have endured difficult club seasons due to form or fitness.

    World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battle
  10. Citizen Digital

    ation of the fan support and a good performance will lead us to what we want to achieve and that is qualifying for the Champions League." - Collapse - Slot was again hampered by a lengthy injury list with Alisson Becker, Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike absent, while Florian Wirtz

    Aston Villa humble Liverpool to secure Champions League qualification
  11. Citizen Digital

    All of Mohamed Salah, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike were missing against Chelsea, while club record signing Alexander Isak was only fit enough to appear as a second half substitute.

    Liverpool will be a 'different team' next season, says Slot
  12. Citizen Digital

    Liverpool's forward line was decimated by injuries with Mohamed Salah, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike absent, while Alexander Isak was only fit enough for a place on the bench.

    Liverpool limp towards Champions League with Chelsea draw

Yesterday

  1. Nagelsmann commits to Germany role despite World Cup exit

    Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said he wants to stay in his job after the team lost to Paraguay on penalties in the World Cup last 32, becoming the first time Germany has lost a penalty shootout at a World Cup.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Germany loses World Cup penalty shootout to Paraguay

    Germany crashed out of the World Cup after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay following a 1-1 draw, marking the first time Germany has ever lost a penalty shootout at a World Cup.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 29 June

  1. Germany coach Nagelsmann: winning World Cup silences doubters

    Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said winning the World Cup is the only way to silence sceptics of his side as they prepare to face Paraguay in the last-32. Despite topping Group E, Germany's loss to Ecuador has raised doubts about their tournament prospects.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 14 June

  1. Germany defeats World Cup debutants Curacao 7-1

    Germany won 7-1 against Curacao in their opening Group E match at the 2026 World Cup in Houston, with goals from Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Kai Havertz (two), Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown, and Deniz Undav, after Curacao briefly equalized through Livano Comenencia.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Germany defeats Curacao 7-1 in World Cup Group E

    Germany won their first opening match at a World Cup since 2014, defeating debutant Curacao 7-1 in Houston. Goals from Nmecha, Schlotterbeck, Havertz (two), Musiala, Brown and Undav secured the victory, putting Germany in a strong position to progress to the knockout stages.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 30 May

  1. Liverpool sack Slot; Iraola set to replace him

    Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday after the club finished fifth in the Premier League, 25 points behind champions Arsenal, despite spending nearly £450 million on new players. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is reportedly lined up to take over at Anfield.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Top coaches pursue 2026 World Cup glory over club riches

    The 2026 World Cup has attracted elite coaches including Thomas Tuchel (England), reversing international football's struggle to compete with club game salaries. Tuchel, a former Bayern Munich, Chelsea and PSG boss, has been hired by the English Football Association to end their wait to win a major tournament since 1966.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. Aston Villa defeats Liverpool 4-2, secures Champions League qualification

    Aston Villa beat Liverpool 4-2 on Friday, with Ollie Watkins scoring twice, to secure Champions League football. Liverpool slipped to fifth place and remain at risk of missing European qualification, with manager Arne Slot's future now in question.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 10 May

  1. Liverpool manager Slot expects turnaround next season

    Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed confidence he can win back fan support by improving the team next season, following a disappointing campaign marked by a 1-1 draw with Chelsea and fan frustration over tactical decisions.

    10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 9 May

  1. Liverpool draws Chelsea, moves closer to Champions League

    Liverpool drew 1-1 with Chelsea on Saturday after Ryan Gravenberch's strike was cancelled out by Enzo Fernandez's free-kick. Liverpool now has a seven-point lead over sixth-placed Bournemouth with three games remaining.

    9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 25 April

  1. Arsenal regain Premier League top spot with win over Newcastle

    Eberechi Eze's early goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 victory over Newcastle on Saturday, moving the Gunners back to the top of the Premier League. Manchester City remain close behind on the same points but with fewer goals scored, with Arsenal able to extend their advantage before City's next match.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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