FC Ingolstadt: Elias Decker and the German U19 squad begin their semi-final match in the European tournament with a minimum scoring target
Let's Talk Soccer:
Gear up for some high-octane action as the German U19 national team aims to conquer the European Championship in Romania!
Our esteemed coach Hanno Balitsch is on a mission: lead the team to the semifinals, no less! Joining the ranks is our 19-year-old star, Elias Decker, from FC Ingolstadt. Here's what Balitsch (44), a veteran of 343 Bundesliga games and a former Nuremberg player, had to say about the upcoming matches against the Netherlands (June 14, Voluntari, 7 pm), England (June 17, Bucharest, 8 pm), and Norway (June 20, Voluntari, 8 pm) - all of which will be streamed live for free on www.skysport.de [1][2]。
Elias Decker: The Heart of the German U19 Team
Decker (19), a stalwart from FC Ingolstadt, has solidified his position in the team. His impressive performances as a central defender last season, with 20 appearances in the third league, combined with his strong showings for the German U19 team since his debut in September 2024, have earned him a permanent place in the squad [1][2].
Balitsch is pleased with the squad's progress, particularly given that many players hail from the 2nd and 3rd leagues. "We haven't had this in Germany for a long time, and we're quite comfortable with that," he says. Two more players from FC Ingolstadt, Deniz Zeitler and David Klein, are on standby for the tournament.
So, soccer fans, get ready for an exciting ride as our local heroes vie for the European Championship title!
[1] Sky Sport Deutschland: [Live Stream - German U19 European Championship Matches] (https://www.skysport.de)[2] German Football Federation: [German U19 UEFA European Under-19 Championship Schedule] (https://www.dfb.de/nationalmannschaften/miteralter-jugend/uefa-u19-euro/)
Note: The group stage does not include specific matches against England or Norway as they are in the same group (Group B). The semi-finals will be played on June 23, 2025, involving the group winners and runners-up, but the potential opponents would depend on the semi-final draw if Germany advances.
Our German U19 team, bolstered by the inclusion of Elias Decker from FC Ingolstadt, aims to make a significant impact in the Champions League, given their impressive performances in European leagues.balancing both domestic and international competitions, Coach Hanno Balitsch is eager to lead the team to victory in the European Championship.
