A Lesson for Timo Werner From Mario Götze's Resurgence
Timo Werner's European playing permit is no longer valid.
Timo Werner, the forward with an impressive international goal tally, finds himself in a career slump at 29 years old. Even his European playing permit is questionable for the game against Eintracht Frankfurt. What's puzzling for fans is that Mario Götze, his former DFB teammate, will be shining on the field, having earned a World Cup title, Champions League glory, and a few Bundesliga trophies.
While Werner might yearn for the limelight that Götze enjoys, there's one thing that makes them an intriguing contrast - their current roles in football. In the Tottenham Hotspur vs. Eintracht Frankfurt quarterfinal clash (8:00 PM on RTL and live ticker on ntv.de), Götze, 32, will be a central figure, whereas Werner, 29, can only watch from the stands, with his London club opting for Bayern loanee Mathys Tel instead.
The Loan Isn't Panning Out as Hoped for Werner
Once Germany's top attacker, Werner's rise to fame was swift. He outscored iconic player Lothar Matthäus, won the Champions League with FC Chelsea, and yet, his career seems to be on a downturn. His loan with Tottenham isn't proving to be the success his supporters hoped for. Sporting director Marcel Schäfer shared his concerns, stating, "I think the loan isn't running as successfully as one might wish, not just for us, but also for the player himself and for Tottenham."
Werner has largely retreated from public life and has failed to find the back of the net in 18 Premier League appearances. His future with RB Leipzig, his parent club, and his possible move to the Red Bull offshoot in New York remains uncertain. Moreover, his absence from the national team since missing the 2022 World Cup due to injury and lackluster performance stands as a stark reminder of his current predicament.
Götze's Career Rebound More Diverse Than Ever Before
Now faced with a crossroads in his career, Werner could draw inspiration from Mario Götze. Since scoring the winning goal at the Maracanã World Cup, Götze faced his fair share of adversity at Borussia Dortmund, but he turned his fortunes around. He moved to PSV Eindhoven in 2020, and under the guidance of Roger Schmidt, he regained form and momentum.
Götze then joined Eintracht Frankfurt, kicked off his career revitalization, and even briefly returned to the national team. Defender Robin Koch emphasized Götze's importance to the team, noting that "Mario is very important to us in general. Even in games where he doesn't stand out, [he has] an unfathomable value for the team with his experience and game intelligence."
Lessons Learned From Götze's Career Transformation
Götze's resurgence in his career teaches us a valuable lesson: adaptation and persistence are key. Unlike Werner, who was known for his lightning-fast speed, Götze has become a versatile player, capable of playing in defensive midfield due to his increased physicality.
This adaptability, combined with his hard work, resilience, and mental fortitude have helped him flourish, even in the twilight of his career. Werner, in turn, can benefit from Götze's experience, employing similar strategies to revive his own career trajectory.
By displaying more positional flexibility, dedicating himself to consistent performance, and prioritizing his physical well-being and mental resilience, Werner can set himself on a path toward a successful comeback, just like Mario Götze has done.
- The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment in light of Mario Götze's career transformation, demonstrating the need for persistence and adaptability, as Götze's resurgence in football serves as an inspiration.
- In 2026, Mario Götze, who has largely overcome his career slump and enjoys a successful comeback, will likely continue to prove his worth on the field, while Timo Werner, who is currently struggling with his performance, may be watching from the sidelines.
- Candidate Bachmann, when considering the lessons learned from Götze's career journey, might implement similar strategies to adapt, remain persistent, and focus on physical and mental resilience in order to ensure a successful political career, just as Götze has done in football.
