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Julian Nagelsmann

Also known as: Naglesmann

Germany national football team coach who resigned after the team's last-32 World Cup exit to Paraguay on penalties in 2026.

2026-05-042026-08-02

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    The 59-year-old spoke publicly of his desire to take on the role after predecessor Julian Nagelsmann's resignation earlier in July.

    Klopp handed task of reviving Germany's football fortunes
  3. Citizen Digital

    The DFB dismissed former head coach Julian Nagelsmann after Germany crashed out of this summer's World Cup in disappointing fashion, losing to Paraguay on penalties in the round of 32.

    Klopp expected to be named new Germany coach on Friday
  4. Citizen Digital

    Germany are set to appoint Jurgen Klopp as coach after Julian Nagelsmann's resignation but Carro said the former Liverpool boss could not solve German football's woes on his own.

    Germany World Cup exit reveals structural failures, says Leverkusen boss
  5. Citizen Digital

    J?rgen Klopp is apparently set to succeed Nagelsmann. In the coming days, the future of German football is at stake.

    Klopp reaches 'understanding' to take over as Germany coach
  6. Citizen Digital

    Glasner had previously been linked to AC Milan, a role then filled by former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, and, more recently, the vacant Germany head coach role after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following their World Cup exit.

    Forest appoint Glasner as new manager
  7. Citizen Digital

    Glasner had previously been linked to AC Milan, a role then filled by former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, and, more recently, the vacant Germany head coach role after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following their World Cup exit.

    Forest appoint Glasner as new manager
  8. Citizen Digital

    Klopp told the German FA (DFB) Friday that he was "fundamentally willing" to take over as Germany's coach after Julian Nagelsmann resigned.

    Recharged Klopp 'ready' for Germany coach talks
  9. Citizen Digital

    Jurgen Klopp on Friday informed the German FA he is "fundamentally willing" to take over as coach after Julian Nagelsmann's resignation.

    David v Goliath as Cape Verde face Messi's Argentina at World Cup
  10. Citizen Digital

    Klopp poised to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach: reports By AFP July 02, 2026 09:42 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Coach upheaval in the national team?

    Klopp poised to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach: reports
  11. June 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    Nagelsmann says won't 'run away' after Germany World Cup exit By AFP June 30, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann speaks to his players ahead of the penalty sho

    Nagelsmann says won't 'run away' after Germany World Cup exit

Friday 24 July

  1. Juergen Klopp named Germany national football team coach

    Juergen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, has been appointed Germany's national football team head coach with a contract through the 2030 World Cup, following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after the team's third consecutive early World Cup exit since 2014.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Jurgen Klopp expected to be named Germany coach Friday

    Jurgen Klopp is widely expected to formally become the head coach of the German men's national football team, with the German Football Association calling a press conference for Friday morning at its Frankfurt headquarters.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Germany's World Cup failures rooted in structural issues, says Leverkusen CEO

    Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro attributed Germany's World Cup exit to structural, political and cultural problems, citing insufficient youth development investment and bureaucratic delays in infrastructure projects. Carro noted fewer players are coming through to the top level despite Germany's outstanding individual talent.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 11 July

  1. Klopp set to become Germany football coach: DFB announcement

    The German Football Federation announced it has reached an "understanding" with Jürgen Klopp on key contract points for him to become the new Germany coach, pending approval from his current employer, the Red Bull Group. Discussions are set to continue next week.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Nottingham Forest appoint Oliver Glasner as new manager

    Nottingham Forest hired former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as their new manager on Monday. Glasner left Palace after leading them to UEFA Conference League glory and winning the 2025 FA Cup final against Manchester City.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nottingham Forest appoint Oliver Glasner as manager

    Nottingham Forest hired former Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner on Monday. Glasner left Palace after leading them to UEFA Conference League glory and winning the 2025 FA Cup final against Manchester City.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 4 July

  1. Klopp signals readiness for Germany coaching role discussions

    Jürgen Klopp told the German FA he was "fundamentally willing" to take over as Germany coach after Julian Nagelsmann resigned following Germany's last-32 World Cup exit to Paraguay. Klopp, currently head of global football for Red Bull, said he is "recharged" and "ready" for intensive talks about the position, though he has an existing Red Bull contract he wants to honour.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. Cape Verde faces Argentina in World Cup knockout match

    Cape Verde, the smallest nation to reach the knockout rounds, will face defending champions Argentina in a World Cup last-16 match in Miami. The Atlantic archipelago qualified by drawing with Spain and finishing ahead of Uruguay and Saudi Arabia in Group H.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 2 July

  1. Klopp tipped to replace Nagelsmann as Germany football coach

    Jürgen Klopp is reportedly the favourite to become Germany's new coach after Julian Nagelsmann is set to be sacked following the team's last 32 exit from the World Cup after a loss to Paraguay, tabloid Bild reported Thursday. Nagelsmann was reportedly offered a severance package of seven million euros to leave the position.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 30 June

  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. Paraguay eliminates Germany; Brazil, Morocco advance

    Paraguay defeated four-time champion Germany in a penalty shootout at the 2026 World Cup, ending Germany's tournament hopes. Brazil beat Japan 2-1 and Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties to reach the last 16.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. 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. Brazil, Germany, Netherlands begin World Cup knockout stage

    Brazil face Japan in the last 32 of the World Cup, with Germany playing Paraguay and Morocco facing the Netherlands also in knockout action. Brazil, seeking their first World Cup title in 24 years, topped their group with Vinicius Junior scoring four goals.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

  3. Brazil, Germany, Netherlands advance to World Cup knockout stage

    Brazil face Japan in the last 32 on Monday as they seek a sixth World Cup title, 24 years after their last win. Germany play Paraguay and Morocco take on the Netherlands, with Brazil favored to progress despite Japan's dangerous form and a 3-2 friendly loss to the Brazilians last October.

    29 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 26 June

  1. Germany loses 2-1 to Ecuador despite World Cup qualification

    Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann blamed "tactical suicide" after Ecuador came from behind to beat the Germans 2-1 in Group E. Though already qualified for the last 32, Germany conceded early momentum and suffered the loss on a Gonzalo Plata winner that sent Ecuador through in third place.

    26 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 25 June

  1. Nagelsmann says Germany penalized as group winners with reduced prep time

    Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side face a disadvantage as World Cup group winners because they will learn their last-32 opponents less than 48 hours before the match, with group winners waiting until the end of the opening round on Saturday to discover which third-place side they face.

    25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. USA, Germany aim for perfect group stage; Netherlands, Japan advance

    The United States have clinched top spot in World Cup Group D after wins over Paraguay and Australia and will face eliminated Turkey, while Germany, the Netherlands, and Japan are positioned to advance to the knockout rounds.

    25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 21 June

  1. Germany advances to World Cup knockouts after beating Ivory Coast

    Coach Julian Nagelsmann said Germany has high ambitions beyond the knockout stage after the team's comeback victory against Ivory Coast in extra time on Saturday, which guarantees the Germans advance. The win ends a streak of World Cup disappointment after Germany failed to advance from the group stage in both 2018 and 2022.

    21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Germany reaches World Cup knockout rounds with late win

    Germany booked their place in the World Cup knockout rounds with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice including an injury-time winner in Toronto. Curacao clinched their first ever World Cup point in a goalless draw with Ecuador.

    21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Germany reach World Cup knockout rounds, Curacao hold Ecuador

    Germany booked their place in the knockout rounds with a 2-1 injury-time comeback victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice. Curacao, the smallest nation by population ever to qualify for the World Cup, secured their first ever point with a goalless draw against Ecuador, goalkeeper Eloy Room making a record 15 saves in a match without extra time.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 20 June

  1. Germany and Ivory Coast clash for World Cup knockout spot

    Germany face Ivory Coast on Saturday in a winner-take-all Group E match where the victor secures a place in the last 32, while Sweden can also advance with a win over the Netherlands in Houston.

    20 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Klopp criticised for jibe at Germany coach Nagelsmann

    Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, now working as a TV pundit at the 2026 World Cup, faced criticism from former Germany players for comments he made about national coach Julian Nagelsmann's team selection ahead of Germany's opener against Curacao. Klopp said he would have chosen a different XI and added "luckily, Julian Nagelsmann is still picking the team -- for now."

    17 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. Neuer to start for Germany against Curacao at 2026 World Cup

    Manuel Neuer will start in goal for Germany against Curacao in his fifth World Cup, coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed on Saturday. The 40-year-old goalkeeper is making his first appearance for Germany in nearly two years after being brought out of international retirement.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. 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

  4. Curaçao faces Germany in World Cup debut match

    Curaçao, a Caribbean island of 160,000 people and the smallest nation by population in the tournament, makes its World Cup debut against four-time champion Germany on Sunday in Houston. Coach Dick Advocaat, the oldest in World Cup history at 78, believes the team can "steal some points" despite being underdogs.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Veteran goalkeeper Neuer set to return to Germany World Cup squad

    Manuel Neuer, who retired from international duty after Euro 2024, is set for a surprise return to Germany's World Cup squad as the number one option, German media reported. Coach Julian Nagelsmann has reportedly informed players that the 40-year-old will be included in the squad to be announced Thursday.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

Thursday 7 May

  1. Bayern Munich eliminated from Champions League semi-finals

    Bayern Munich lost to Paris Saint-Germain 1-1 in Wednesday's semi-final second leg, eliminating them 6-5 on aggregate. Coach Vincent Kompany said he was already motivated for next season's Champions League.

    7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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