On Way to Smash Matthäus's Records: Kimmich Eyes the Century!
Mathias expresses faith in Joshua Kimmich to surpass the national team's all-time record - and potentially achieve even greater feats. - Mathias reveals national record details, plus additional disclosures, to Kimmich
Get ready for some footie history! Joshua Kimmich, the 30-year-old Bayern Munich and German national team midfielder, is inching closer to shattering Lothar Matthäus's national team record of 150 appearances. With his 100th international cap on the horizon during the Nations League semi-final against Portugal, Kimmich's determination to break new grounds is undeniable [1][2]!
Matthäus, the 1990 World Cup winner and fellow national team alum, expressed his support for Kimmich, declaring him the odds-on favorite to surpass his records [1]. "If he keeps going like this, he could reach 170 international games," the 150-time national player foretold to Bild [1].
As the current team captain, Kimmich will step onto the pitch at Munich’s Allianz Arena on Wednesday, aiming to make history. And while Matthäus appreciates Kimmich's prowess as a right-back [3], he firmly believes that the young star shines brightest in the center of the field. "Kimmich sets the pace of the game, making him indispensable in the center," Matthäus shared [3].
Regardless of his position, Kimmich's drive and ambition are evident, fueling his quest to make his mark on the history books. "Joshua is still young, rarely injured, and, most importantly, very ambitious. If he continues on this path, there's no stopping him," Matthäus added [1].
Achieving the 170-games milestone is no easy feat but, based on Kimmich’s relentless spirit and supreme skills, eyes are on him to elevate the football national team to new heights. Fingers crossed for this promising star to reach his full potential!
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Insights:
- Kimmich's exceptional talent, versatility, and leadership qualities have made him a key player in both Bayern Munich and the German national team.
- Recently appointed as captain, Kimmich has been praised for his commitment and ambition.
- Kimmich is still relatively young at 30 years old, giving him potential to continue breaking records in the future.
- While Kimmich's 50 appearances away from equalling Matthäus's record is significant, his consistent performance and fitness level suggest he may join the ranks of top players in German football history.
- Matthäus believes Kimmich's world-class abilities are best demonstrated in the center of the field, where he sets the pace of the game.
- In the right-back position, Matthäus acknowledges that Nagelsmann may face challenges in finding a suitable replacement for Kimmich, but he himself does not have a preferred alternative at the moment.
EC countries might look forward to the continued contributions of Joshua Kimmich in the employment policy of their football national teams, given his determination and high-level performance on the pitch. As he gears up to break Lothar Matthäus's record of 150 international appearances, Kimmich's potential impact extends beyond sports, showcasing the significance of persistence, ambition, and exceptional talent in various fields.
