From Co-Trainer to Head Coach: Wagner's Exit and Nagelsmann's Promised Visits
At the Nations League, Germany's disappointing performance reigns supreme, but co-trainer Sandro Wagner stands out.
Manager Nagelsmann dismisses "Alpha Player" Wagner with a guarantee of future opportunities
In the final tournament of the Nations League, Germany fails to bring home the title, losing to Portugal and France, securing fourth place instead. Yet, the German dressing room rings with applause, reserved for none other than Sandro Wagner - the co-trainer who's leaving to become FC Augsburg's head coach.
Julian Nagelsmann, head coach, bid farewell to Wagner in a heartfelt speech after the third-place match in Stuttgart. "Sandro's departure marks the end of a great journey, and we're grateful for his exceptional work here," Nagelsmann remarked. Wagner's ambition eventually trumped his initial agreement with the DFB and, above all, Nagelsmann to see the contract through until the World Cup.
"We'll see what Sandro does"
Nagelsmann had always anticipated this separation, as he shared now. "I knew our collaboration was temporary, that Sandro yearned to be a head coach. And, undeniably, he's an alpha male in terms of his personality," the 37-year-old explained.
Wagner excelled in his role within the training team and maintained a connection with the players, Nagelsmann praised. "He had a knack for the players." Nagelsmann suggested he'd occasionally drop by to observe Augsburg training sessions, winking at Wagner's new role. "We'll see what Sandro does."
Anticipating Successor: Huber Steps In
Benjamin Huber takes over from Wagner in the coaching staff of the German national team. The 35-year-old, who used to work under Nagelsmann at Hoffenheim, joined the coaching staff in February 2024.
"He has a feel for the dressing room, is a great character, has a good sense of humor; he understands football players - that's what we need," Nagelsmann lauded Huber, who's set to make his debut in September.
Nagelsmann hoped for victories against Slovakia and Northern Ireland in September, unlike Wagner's departure, which was marked by two defeats.
Source: ntv.de, tno/dpa
- Nations League
- Football
- Julian Nagelsmann
- Sandro Wagner
- FC Augsburg
- DFB
- German national football team
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- Sandro Wagner, now the head coach at FC Augsburg, might pay visits to Julian Nagelsmann during his training sessions, hinting at his potential interest in observing the European-leagues style of vocational training.
- As Benjamin Huber steps into Sandro Wagner's role in the coaching staff of the German national football team, he can incorporate community aid programs into his coaching strategy, providing opportunities for player development beyond the pitch, particularly in the area of vocational training.
