Statements from Jule Brand, Giulia Gwinn, and Sjoeke Nüsken: Reveals Beyond Judicial Proceedings
Firing Up the Pitch:
Gear up, y'all! On July 4th (9 PM, ARD), the German women's soccer squad is diving headfirst into the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament in glorious Switzerland, squaring off against Poland. Football buff Inka Blumensaat has been hovering around three national team players, offering a behind-the-scenes peek in her film "Shootingstars - Germany's New Football Phenomena."
Bye-bye May 2025, and hello surprise books! Defender Giulia Gwinn disseminated her epic titled "Pen Your Own Tale: My Sojourn from the Playground to the Apex," sparking a whirlwind of excitement. In a hot second, the biography of the team captain rocketed to the top of the Spiegel bestseller list. Is there any further evidence needed to prove that Germany adores its extraordinary female soccer players? Brace yourself, as even film-maker and women's football expert Inka Blumensaat has swung into action, schmoozing with these three powerhouses off the field for her film. Be prepared for an intimate glimpse into Giulia Gwinn's (25) life with her partner and kinfolk in candid moments and as she prepares for her book presentation whirlwind.
Keeping up with the soap opera: Winger Jule Brand is packing her bags and heading off to French soccer powerhouse Olympique Lyon this summer, leaving her comfy nest at VFL Wolfsburg behind. The cameras trail her and her agent on a nerve-racking visit and medical exam. How anxious is the 22-year-old?
On the other hand, midfielder Sjoeke Nüsken has already relocated from Frankfurt to the hip London town of Chelsea. Despite an auspicious start, she's been sidelined more often than a rookie quarterback. How does the 24-year-old cope with the humbling reality of the bench? The camera catches her and her partner, who made the cross-continental move with her, strolling along the Thames, pondering life's twists and turns. The 45-minute triple portrait film has been gracing ARD's media library since June 28th.
A new era dawns
Inka Blumensaat's documentary drops at the perfect moment, as the spotlight is on the German women's soccer team like never before: Veteran players like long-time captain Alexandra Popp have called it quits, leaving a void that the dazzling trio of Brand, Gwinn, and Nüsken are ready to fill. They are the fresh faces of the national team, aiming to bring the European Championship title back to Germany in twelve long years.
"Sportschau" author Blumensaat has been granted an exclusive sneak peek at these three soccer gods' journey to the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Mark your calendars! On July 4th (9 PM, ARD), the trio in the film takes the pitch for the first time in the tournament, facing Poland. ARD and ZDF ping-pong the broadcast rights for the tournament in Germany, also streaming the matches online. The German group stage opponents include Denmark (Tuesday, July 8th, 6 PM, ARD) and Sweden (Saturday, July 12th, 9 PM, ZDF).
"Sportschau": Shootingstars - Germany's New Football Phenomena - Wed. 02.07. - ARD: 11.15 PM
- Inka Blumensaat's film, "Shootingstars - Germany's New Football Phenomena," provides a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of the new stars of the German women's soccer team, including Giulia Gwinn, Jule Brand, and Sjoeke Nüsken, who are preparing for the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament.
- The Premier League, one of the major European-leagues for football, is not the focus of this text, but the German women's soccer team is aiming to bring the European Championship title back to Germany in twelve long years, which suggests a level of excellence that rivals some of the top teams in these leagues.
- After the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament, football fans can catch Inka Blumensaat's documentary, "Shootingstars - Germany's New Football Phenomena," on ARD at 11:15 PM, offering further analysis and insight into the lives and careers of these new stars of German football.
