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Germany suffered a historic World Cup exit in the Round of 32, losing 3-4 on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw, marking their first penalty shootout loss in World Cup history. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann resigned voluntarily the day after the defeat, ending a nearly three-year tenure that included a quarterfinal finish at Euro 2024. Former Bundesliga coach Felix Magath sharply criticized the German Football Association (DFB) for hiring Nagelsmann, calling it a 'clear wrong decision' and stating Nagelsmann was 'completely overwhelmed' and achieved 'nothing' in three years. Magath argued that Toni Kroos, not Nagelsmann's ability, saved the team at Euro 2024. Regarding incoming coach Jürgen Klopp, Magath deemed him the right choice but accused the DFB of making a 'purely political decision' that left them with no alternatives, giving Klopp full negotiating power. Former Bayern captain Stefan Effenberg blamed DFB President Bernd Neuendorf, calling him 'equally responsible' and demanding accountability in the next election.
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Hupu Football News – July 20. Germany's campaign at the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, came to a stunning end. In the Round of 32, the heavily favoured Germans faced South American side Paraguay. After a 1-1 draw over 120 minutes, they lost 3-4 in a penalty shootout, suffering a shock elimination. This marked the first time in German World Cup history that the team lost a penalty shootout.
Nagelsmann Steps Down
Following the World Cup exit, the German Football Association (DFB) quickly launched an internal review. National team head coach Julian Nagelsmann stepped down, voluntarily resigning during an internal meeting with association leadership the day before. Nagelsmann took over as Germany's head coach in September 2023, replacing Hansi Flick. During his nearly three-year tenure, he led the team to the 2024 European Championship, where they reached the quarterfinals. Under the agreement between both parties, he will receive approximately €5 million in severance pay.
Magath: "A Clear Wrong Decision"
Several football legends have sharply criticised the DFB's handling of Nagelsmann's appointment and the coaching selection process. Speaking on the "Doppelpass" programme on Sport1, former Bundesliga star coach Felix Magath stated bluntly that hiring Nagelsmann in the first place was a "clear wrong decision." He argued that Nagelsmann was "completely overwhelmed" and noted that during his three years in charge, "nothing happened" with the team. Magath claimed that the performance at the 2024 European Championship was overly glorified, and it was Toni Kroos who saved Nagelsmann, not the latter's own ability.
Klopp's Appointment: "A Purely Political Decision"
Regarding Jürgen Klopp's imminent appointment, Magath considers him the right choice but criticised the DFB's selection process as a "purely political decision." He accused the association of putting itself in a position with "no alternatives," allowing Klopp to take the initiative in negotiations. "Klopp can now do whatever he wants," Magath said.
Effenberg Calls for Accountability
Former Bayern Munich captain Stefan Effenberg directed his criticism at DFB President Bernd Neuendorf. He believes Neuendorf is "equally responsible" and called for someone to "bear the consequences" in the next election.
Source: sport.de
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