Last-minute Joiner Berger Hops on DFB Women's Euro Prep Squad
Goalkeeper Berger Joins the DFB Women's Squad as the Final Signing - Arrives Late: Goalkeeper Berger at DFB Women's Squad Gathering
Get ready, 'cause Ann-Katrin Berger, age 34, just jumped on board the Euro-ready train! This badass goalie joined forces with head coach Christian Wück and the DFB squad in Herzogenaurach following her club, NY/NJ Gotham's gripping US league games.
Berger kicks off the tournament, set to unfold in Switzerland (July 2nd to 27th), as the number cruncher between the sticks. The unstoppable DFB women face their group stage foes, Poland, on July 4th in St. Gallen. The squad's vets have already conquered the initial training camp, and they're smoothing out those kinks over the weekend. Over Mondays, they're hitting the road to Zurich, their Euro's official home base.
Countdown cushion for Franziska Kett
Franziska Kett, a 20-year-old phenom from FC Bayern Munich's defense, is expected to touchdown in Herzogenaurach on Saturday. She's been waiting on cold exams, aka her Abitur exams, before jetting off to Euro action, according to the DFB's official announcement.
Here's the lowdown on who's on the field, position-wise, for the DFB:
- Goalkeepers: The trio of Ann-Katrin Berger, Stina Johannes, and Ena Mahmutovic are ready to rule the goal line.
- Defenders: Giulia Gwinn, Kathrin Hendrich, Franziska Kett, Sophia Kleinherne, Rebecca Knaak, Sarai Linder, Janina Minge, and Carlotta Wamser are gearing up to defend their ground.
- Midfielders: Sara Däbritz, Sjoeke Nüsken, Linda Dallmann, Giovanna Hoffmann, and Elisa Senß are set to control the midfield like pros.
These powerhouses aim to snag that prestigious trophy—a title Germany has danced with eight times before[3][5]. Boom! Now you're in the know. Get hyped for the UEFA Women's EURO 2025!
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