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When it comes to the German women's soccer team's potential qualification for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, 72-year-old coach Horst Hrubesch hasn't made up his mind about his role in the team's future. Ahead of the crucial Nations League match against Denmark, Hrubesch shared that he hasn't thought about his position beyond this competition series.
Hrubesch assumed control as interim head coach at the beginning of October, replacing the then-national coach Martina Voss-Tecklenburg, who left due to health reasons. "We agreed to play these four Nations League matches first, then we'll see if we can continue this path," Hrubesch said, referring to their matches against Wales, Iceland, Denmark, and Wales once more. If they secure a group win by finishing first in their group, the DFB team has a chance to compete for one of the two European Olympic places in the four-team Nations League final tournament. Currently being second in the group, Hrubesch's squad trails Denmark by three points.
Regarding his future in the German women's soccer team, Hrubesch mentioned that a new coach joining midway and potentially changing strategies might not make sense. After the Nations League tournament, however, some substantial decisions will be made. Hrubesch previously served as the national coach in 2018.
If the German women's soccer team manages to qualify for the Nations League final tournament, it is highly likely that Hrubesch will continue his role. After that point, the German Football Association will reevaluate the situation.
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Soccer - German women's team's future uncertain after Paris Olympic qualification
The coaching future of the German women's soccer team remains unclear as they pursue qualification for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. At the helm during this journey is interim coach Horst Hrubesch, who hasn't yet decided whether he wants to continue in the role beyond this competition series. Ahead of the upcoming Nations League match against Denmark, Hrubesch shared that he and the team will concentrate on the remaining matches before considering further plans.
Hrubesch stepped in to fill the vacant position left by Martina Voss-Tecklenburg, who was unable to fulfill her duties due to health reasons. Initially, the German team agreed to focus on the four Nations League matches before deciding whether to stick with the current strategy. So far, they've secured victories against Wales (5-1) and Iceland (2-0), currently sitting second in their group behind Denmark (12 points). In order to secure a place in the four-team Nations League final tournament and pursue one of the two European Olympic places, the German women's soccer team must finish first in their group. In the event of a tie, the direct comparison and then the goal difference will decide the outcome.
Should the German women's soccer team qualify for the Nations League final tournament, it is likely that Hrubesch will continue coaching. However, the German Football Association will eventually make a decision regarding his future in the role. If the team fails to qualify for the tournament, the association will be forced to look for a replacement.
As it stands, the German women's soccer team faces an important match against Denmark, with any victories potentially putting them in a strong position for qualification. Their upcoming fixture against Wales will pose another challenge in their path to the Olympics, which begins in August 2024. With Hrubesch steering the ship, the team is determined to display their prowess on the international stage.
