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Deniz Undav reveals near-fatal shrimp allergy in interview

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:48 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Deniz Undav reveals near-fatal shrimp allergy in interview

Summary

Germany striker Deniz Undav discussed his severe shrimp allergy during an interview with Hstrystories. He revealed he had experienced near-fatal allergic reactions after consuming shrimp on two occasions, causing swelling and breathing difficulties. Undav, who has scored three times at the current World Cup, expressed hopes of being included in Jürgen Klopp's first squad for the Nations League game against the Netherlands on September 24. Stuttgart is set to kick off their Bundesliga campaign against Bayern Munich on August 28.

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•Deniz Undav has a serious shrimp allergy, nearly leading to death twice.
•He scored three goals at the ongoing World Cup.
•Undav hopes to be selected for Germany’s Nations League match on September 24.
•Stuttgart faces Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga opener on August 28.

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8:48 AMYahoo Sports — 'I almost died twice' - Germany striker Undav explains shrimp allergy

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Germany striker Deniz Undav has spoken publicly for the first time about a serious allergy, saying he almost died twice after eating shrimp. In a relaxed interview for the YouTube format Hstrystories, the VfB Stuttgart forward was asked what a good sushi must include.
— Yahoo Sports

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