Germany Coach Sends Blunt Message After Early World Cup Exit
Summary
Germany's national soccer team was eliminated early from the World Cup after losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann said the team's performance was not good enough and expressed disappointment but said he wants to continue as coach if the German Football Association agrees.Key Facts
- Germany was knocked out of the World Cup after a 1-1 draw with Paraguay, losing in penalty kicks.
- Three German players missed their penalties: Kai Havertz, Nick Woltemade, and Jonathan Tah.
- Coach Julian Nagelsmann said exiting after the first stage is not enough for German soccer.
- This marks the third time in a row Germany has been eliminated early in the World Cup (2018, 2022, and now).
- Nagelsmann admitted fans may want him to leave but said he wants to stay as coach if the German Football Association (DFB) supports him.
- Germany last won the World Cup in 2014 but has struggled since then.
- Nagelsmann plans to discuss his future with his boss at the DFB.
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