Nagelsmann's Unexpected Tactics: Germany Faces Portugal with an Unseen team Lineup
Unusual DFB Team Alignment Surfaces in Match Play
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link With a string of withdrawals looming, Nagelsmann confronts the challenge of reinventing Germany's squad for the Nations League semi-final against Portugal. The lineup choices are shrouded in secrecy as Nagelsmann prepares his squad.
The enigmatic mastermind, Julian Nagelsmann, keeps his strategies under wraps. On Monday, Nagelsmann wrapped up final preparations with his national players for their grudge match against Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese elite, behind closed doors in Herzogenaurach. Nagelsmann must deal with the loss of several key players to strengthen Germany's claims for the coveted title - a task that requires his special knack for innovation and strategy.
From the defensive cornerstone Antonio Rüdiger to the spectacular Jamal Musiala, catalyst Kai Havertz, and goal-machine Tim Kleindienst - the roster of missing players for the high-stakes showdown on Wednesday (9 pm/ZDF and DAZN, also in the ntv.de live ticker) in Munich is impressively long. Nagelsmann is brainstorming his prospective starting lineup, but doesn't seem overly worried.
Entering the national fold, Nagelsmann emphasized that every player has made a commitment to give their maximum. In recent months, "the pride" of donning the German jersey has rekindled. Consequently, Nagelsmann isn't tossing and turning over the short-term departures of Jonathan Burkardt, Angelo Stiller, Nadiem Amiri, and Yann Bisseck. With a remarkable 17-game unbeaten streak, "our self-confidence has grown."
Courage and Opportunities
"Of course, it's frustrating and aggravating. But the players not present won't aid us. We have enough talent to triumph in our matches," said captain Joshua Kimmich. The extensive absences are viewed more as a challenge rather than an impediment by the rest of the squad. "We boast an exceptional team where we can compensate for the voids. We're brimming with quality that allows us to flawlessly fill every position," assured goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen.
New Faces on the Horizon
In central defense, the Dortmund newcomer, Waldemar Anton, could pair with Jonathan Tah. In the defensive midfield, Aleksandar Pavlovic and Felix Nmecha sense their opportunity to make their mark against Stiller's absence. Serge Gnabry could step in as Musiala's replacement. Up front, newcomer Nick Woltemade eagerly awaits his debut.
"Of course, he's got chances, otherwise, he wouldn't be here," Nagelsmann commented about Woltemade's potential impact. "We're facing the loss of two key forwards in Kleindienst and Havertz that can't be replaced as effectively by other players. Woltemade fits in exceptionally well there." Regardless of which starting lineup Nagelsmann chooses for the 20th Duke against the Portuguese (11 wins, 5 draws, 3 losses), the spirit of the squad remains unwavering.
"The toil before the Euro is now yielding fruit," explained returnee Niclas Füllkrug. The aim is clear. "We want to win this tournament by any means necessary," Füllkrug declared. Despite the jostling for positions and the intense competition, the camaraderie remains strong. "Chemistry breeds a healthy working environment in a team that dreams of success. I observe that at the highest level here. We have excellent chemistry and stay focused on triumph," Füllkrug affirmed. Nagelsmann takes care of the rest, behind closed doors.
Source: ntv.de, tno/sid
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