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Germany defeats Serbia 2-0 as Kimmich faces criticism for playing style

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 8:38 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Germany defeats Serbia 2-0 as Kimmich faces criticism for playing style

Summary

The German national team won 2-0 against Serbia on Thursday night, securing a convincing victory even without Joshua Kimmich. TV personality Marcel Reif criticized Kimmich for what he calls 'helper's syndrome,' suggesting the captain overextends himself on the pitch. Reif noted that Germany's performance in this match indicates the team can thrive independently of Kimmich's contributions. After the game, coach Jürgen Klopp reiterated his strategy to develop the team beyond individual players, aiming for consistent play regardless of lineups.

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By the Numbers

•Germany secured a 2-0 victory against Serbia on October 3, 2026.
•Joshua Kimmich did not play in the match and is currently facing criticism.
•Marcel Reif described Kimmich's play as suffering from 'helper's syndrome.'
•Coach Jürgen Klopp emphasized team development independent of individual players.
•Reif highlighted Germany's capability to play well without Kimmich.

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8:38 AMYahoo Sports — TV personality critical of Kimmich's "helper's syndrome" for Germany

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The German national team delivered a convincing 2-0 victory against Serbia – even without Joshua Kimmich on Thursday night. While the DFB captain pleased to stay in the squad for all four games, TV...
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