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Berti Vogts advocates for easier coaching paths for ex-internationals

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Berti Vogts advocates for easier coaching paths for ex-internationals

Summary

Former Germany coach Berti Vogts emphasized the need for reform in German football, particularly focusing on coach education. In his column for Rheinische Post, Vogts stated that providing former national team players with better access to coaching positions could improve the quality of coaching. He reflected on the current state of German football, expressing concern that it is far from world-class following recent World Cup exits. Vogts also highlighted the importance of resilience in teams, drawing comparisons between Argentina and past German teams. The restructuring discussions include possible roles for figures like Jürgen Klopp and Per Mertesacker in the German Football Federation's overhaul.

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By the Numbers

•Vogts calls for easier coaching access for ex-national team players.
•He critiques the current state of German football after recent World Cup exits.
•Vogts praises Argentina's resilience, comparing them to historic German teams.
•Discussions include potential coaching roles for Klopp and Mertesacker.
•Reforms in coaching education could lead to improved national team performance.

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Former Germany coach Berti Vogts has urged that the restructuring of German football in the wake of another early World Cup exit should focus on coach education and give former national team players a better chance to take this step. “I ask myself: Where does our football stand? I have to admit: Unfortunately, it is a long way from world-class.
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