A Shocking Exit: Sara Doorsoun Bids Farewell to the DFB Team
World Cup Participant Quits Unexpectedly: " frankly, it wasn't part of my plans"
In a stunning revelation, Sara Doorsoun, 33, has bid adieu to the German national team, just weeks before they embark on their Euro journey in Switzerland. What led to this abrupt departure?
Turned Down by the Team Coach: A Bitter Pill to Swallow
The defender for Eintracht Frankfurt shared her feelings on Instagram, revealing that her departure wasn't part of the plan. "To be honest, this wasn't the plan," she wrote.
The core reason for her unexpected goodbye was a decision made by head coach Christian Wueck, who had informed her that she was only on standby for the tournament. Disappointed, she decided to step away, not just from the Euro, but from the national team after almost a decade.
heroes and heartbreaks: The Story of Sara Doorsoun's DFB Journey
Doorsoun, a regular DFB team member since 2016, has had a significant run with the national team. She represented Germany at major events since 2017, being a part of the victorious 2022 vice-European championship squad and collecting Olympic bronze in Paris last summer.
The Final Countdown: Euro Dream Fades Away
Unfortunately, Doorsoun will not be part of the team's Euro adventure. Head coach Wueck explained, "She had been set back by her injury during crucial preparation phases, so we had her in mind for the extended Euro squad."
While the 52-year-old coach sympathizes with her choice, he acknowledges, "We regret her decision to retire from the national team."
Farewell, but not without gratitude
Doorsoun expressed gratitude for the memories she's created with the DFB, promising to cheer her team on from home. "I'm very grateful for the moments I've experienced with the DFB," she said.
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Sara Doorsoun, a stalwart for Eintracht Frankfurt and the German national team, has announced her sudden retirement from international tournaments after being told she would only be on standby for UEFA Women's Euro 2025. This decision comes as a blow to the team, as Doorsoun has been a valuable player since 2016, joining the DFB team in major events since 2017 [1] [2] [3]. Her retirement might disrupt the team's dynamics and defense strategy, but it also paves the way for younger players to seize opportunities. [1]
- Despite her sudden retirement from international tournaments, Sara Doorsoun's valuable contributions to the German national team, particularly in football and European-leagues, since 2016 will not be easily forgotten.
- Sara Doorsoun's sudden retirement from international tournaments might create a vacancy in the German national team's defense strategy, but it could also present opportunities for upcoming, promising football players in European-leagues.
