Jar statements indicate Nicholas's perspective on his friend, Nick Woltemade.
Two strikers, previously teammates at Bundesliga club Werder Bremen, now find themselves squared off as competitors in the German national team during the UEFA Nations League finals. Niclas Füllkrug, a seasoned striker with West Ham United, and Nick Woltemade, a rising talent for VfB Stuttgart, have since developed a close friendship.
Füllkrug described Woltemade as a very good friend and a grounded, intelligent, and smart individual. Woltemade's impressive breakout season with Stuttgart, culminating in 17 goals and his first senior call-up to the German national team, has thrilled Füllkrug. This upcoming tournament gives the younger player a chance to make his senior team debut before joining the U23 squad for the European U21 Championship.
Fülkrug expressed confidence in his own abilities, stating his qualities will undoubtedly be needed at some point during the competition. While he didn't specify exactly when, he did add that the spot could come either from the starting lineup or as a substitute. Beyond his impressive Form, Fülkrug's resilience shone through in his return to the national team after nine months away due to an injury at West Ham United.
Füllkrug conveyed that the atmosphere within the national team has not changed greatly, with the focus on winning the Nations League against formidable opposition, one year before the World Cup. Having a new player like Woltemade join the squad is an exciting development, according to Füllkrug. The mentor of his earlier days, Füllkrug praised Woltemade's growth and the trust that fostered his abilities in Stuttgart.
While Woltemade is making his senior team debut, Füllkrug is a returning veteran, having previously represented the German team. Both players are currently vying for a spot in the team that will face Portugal in the Nations League semifinal, which will be held in Munich on Wednesday, June 9th, and broadcast on ZDF.
Füllkrug, acknowledging Woltemade's impressive performance in European leagues, particularly football in Germany, expressed excitement about the upcoming tournament, where Woltemade could make his senior team debut. Despite being a returning veteran himself in the European-leagues stage, Füllkrug noted that the spot for Portugal's match in the Nations League semifinal is still up for grabs, not only for starting positions but also as substitutes.
