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Germany coach Nagelsmann prepares for big test at World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Germany coach Nagelsmann prepares for big test at World Cup

Summary

Julian Nagelsmann is set to face his biggest challenge as Germany's coach at the World Cup, approaching 1,000 days in charge. Germany will play their opening match against Curaçao on Sunday, coming off nine consecutive victories. Nagelsmann previously managed the team during the Euro 2024 tournament, where Germany reached the quarter-finals. Despite recent struggles at the World Cup, he aims to foster a team that is tough to beat. With a roster featuring younger players and a focus on positive engagement from fans, the pressure is on him to succeed in this tournament.

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Status Watch

•Germany opens World Cup against Curaçao on June 11
•Nagelsmann leads the team after nine straight victories
•Experienced players included, but focuses on youth
•Germany reached Euro 2024 quarter-finals under Nagelsmann
•Contract extends through 2028 for Nagelsmann as coach

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9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Approaching 1,000 days: World Cup biggest test for Nagelsmann

What they're saying

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Julian Nagelsmann faces his biggest test as Germany coach at the World Cup as he approaches 1,000 days on the job. The World Cup is not his first tournament as he was already in charge at the home Euros in 2024 where Germany narrowly went out in the quarter-finals against eventual champions Spain.
— Yahoo Sports

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