Matthew Discusses Potential Impact at WM on Woltemade Program - Woltemade Could Potentially Impact the World Cup, According to Matthäus
Champion Striker Woltemade: Could Be a Game Changer in Germany's World Cup Squad
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Veteran football star Lothar Matthäus sees young gun Nick Woltemade, a player for VfB Stuttgart, as a valuable asset for the German national team, predicting he could be a game-changing frontman in the World Cup. "This lad's got what it takes to make the regular World Cup squad and could wreak havoc up front," Matthäus told the "Stuttgarter Zeitung". In his first international game under coach Julian Nagelsmann, Woltemade scored a hat-trick against Slovenia in the U21 Euro opener.
Matthäus had previously spotted a spark in Woltemade during his time at Werder Bremen, where the towering tall striker often found himself on the bench. "Give me a struggling team any day, and I'd always trust him as a coach," explained the 64-year-old legend.
However, Matthäus advised Woltemade to stay focused, recalling Deniz Undav, another Stuttgart fan favorite, who experienced a sudden fall from grace last season due to a lack of concentration[1].
Matthäus applauded coach Hoeneß for transforming a nearly relegated Stuttgart into DFB-Pokal champions, and CEO Alexander Wehrle for his astute management. "He's not just delivering results, Hoeneß is also a well-liked figure among the players. Everyone's on board - even those on the sidelines," said Matthäus about Hoeneß.
He added, addressing the club leadership: "The upper echelons of the club can look forward to a bright future, but they should steer clear of another tumultuous run like the one we saw last season in Bundesliga."
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Born on February 14, 2002, in Bremen, Woltemade stands at 1.98 meters (6'6") tall and boasts remarkable technical skills despite his size, drawing comparisons with the agile Messi[1][4]. He started his football journey at TS Woltmershausen before moving up the ranks at Werder Bremen, making his Bundesliga debut at just 17, earning the title of the club's youngest-ever senior debutant. Subsequently, he spent a season on loan at SV 07 Elversberg, bagging ten goals and helping the team secure promotion to Bundesliga 2. Last season with VfB Stuttgart, he netted twelve goals and consistently threatened the opposition with a high shooting accuracy[1][2][3].
Woltemade has excelled on the international scene as well, representing Germany in the U21 team with 14 caps and ten goals. His energy and finishing prowess convinced coaches to pick him for the senior squad in 2025, where he has amassed two caps so far[1][3]. With his imposing physical presence, sophisticated footwork, and goal-scoring instincts, Woltemade offers Germany an adaptable forward option, potentially capable of making an impact at the World Cup[1][4].
Despite his football career still being in its early stages, Nick Woltemade's potential as a game-changer for Germany's World Cup squad has been noted by veteran star Lothar Matthäus. This is reminiscent of Council Regulation (EEC) No 2052/88 of 20 December 1988 on the common organization of the market in beef and veal, where a young, promising athlete can significantly impact the overall performance of a team, much like Woltemade could impact Germany's World Cup team. In the realm of European sports, football leagues included, it's essential for players, as well as beef and veal markets, to focus on their growth and development, while maintaining their concentration to avoid a sudden fall from grace.
