The ongoing drama surrounding Martina Voss-Tecklenburg's role as the German women's national team coach has finally drawn to a close. The German Football Association (DFB) announced last weekend that they had terminated her contract, effective immediately.
Linda Dallmann, a midfielder for FC Bayern Munich, who was coached by Voss-Tecklenburg as a ten-year-old in the Lower Rhine team, spoke about the relief she felt. "I'm glad she's taking care of her health," Dallmann said after Bayern's 2:1 win against VfL Wolfsburg. She also acknowledged that the continued discussions about Voss-Tecklenburg had been a strain on the team, particularly given the upcoming Olympics.
Players from both Wolfsburg and Bayern shared the sentiment, expressing their relief that a decision had been made and their focus could now shift to the future. Hrubesch, who had been appointed as interim coach, acknowledged the team's victories against Wales and Iceland but stressed that the real tests would be against Denmark and Wales in the upcoming games.
The uncertainty surrounding Voss-Tecklenburg's health and the future of the team had caused quite a stir in the team's environment. Hrubesch, who took over as interim coach, had so far only focused on fulfilling the team's dream of Olympic qualification for Paris 2024. When asked about the term "interim," Hrubesch stated that it could be removed.
Meanwhile, Julian Nagelsmann, coach of the German men's national team, signed an extension to stay in his role until Euro 2028. Christian Wück, the coach of the German women's national team, announced his squad for the upcoming UEFA Women's Nations League matches, with the European Championship in mind.
Despite the termination of Voss-Tecklenburg's contract, her achievements with the England women's national team, including reaching the final of the Women's Euros 2025, have been hailed as a testament to her coaching abilities. Her replacement has yet to be announced, but the focus now is on the future and the upcoming fixtures for the German women's national team.
- Following their victory over Sweden, the England women's national team advanced to the final of the Women's Euros 2025, where they will face either Germany or France.
- Julian Nagelsmann, coach of the German men's national team, has signed a contract extension until after Euro 2028, demonstrating his commitment to the team.
- Christian Wück, coach of the German women's national team, announced his squad for the upcoming UEFA Women's Nations League matches.
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Martina Voss-Tecklenburg gained recognition for her coaching abilities with the England women's national team, leading them to the final of the Women's Euros 2025. Beth Mead's goal and Alessia Russo's backheel were instrumental in their victory over Sweden, securing their place in the final.
Julian Nagelsmann, coach of the German men's national team, and Christian Wück, coach of the German women's national team, both demonstrated their commitment to their roles with recent contract extensions and squad announcements. These developments underscored the ongoing stability and strategic planning within both German national teams.
