Germany knocked out of World Cup; Nagelsmann's future uncertain
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 2:25 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Germany was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 4-3 penalty shootout loss to Paraguay following a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time. The defeat has cast doubt on the future of manager Julian Nagelsmann, who has faced criticism after consecutive early exits from recent tournaments. Nagelsmann stated he would not resign but is open to discussions with the DFB. In the wake of the loss, speculation surrounds Jurgen Klopp's potential interest in the managerial position, as he is currently without a club after leaving Liverpool.
- •Germany lost to Paraguay in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 tie.
- •Nagelsmann may face scrutiny after consecutive World Cup disappointments.
- •Klopp, currently without a club, could be a candidate for the manager position.
- •Germany's exit marks another failed bid to advance past group stages in recent tournaments.
- 12:01 PMESPN — Nagelsmann out as Germany boss, Klopp lined up
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Germany announce Nagelsmann exit... and speak to Klopp
- 2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Germany manager update: Julian Nagelsmann out – Jurgen Klopp in?
"Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup in the round of 32 stage, after they lost 4-3 against Paraguay on penalties. The four-time World Cup winners saw one of the greatest World Cup upsets in...
"Julian Nagelsmann is no longer Germany’s coach.He stepped down on Friday morning, days after the crushing elimination against Paraguay on penalties in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Acco...
"Julian Nagelsmann is out as the Germany head coach following the team's shock exit from the World Cup in the round of 32, with talks already being sought with Jürgen Klopp to replace him.
Sources
External links- ESPNJul 3, 2026, 12:01 PMNagelsmann out as Germany boss, Klopp lined up
Julian Nagelsmann is out as the Germany head coach following the team's shock exit from the World Cup in the round of 32, with talks already being sought with Jürgen Klopp to replace him.
- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 10:08 AM🚨 Germany announce Nagelsmann exit... and speak to Klopp
Julian Nagelsmann is no longer Germany’s coach.He stepped down on Friday morning, days after the crushing elimination against Paraguay on penalties in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Acco...
- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 2:25 PMGermany manager update: Julian Nagelsmann out – Jurgen Klopp in?
Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup in the round of 32 stage, after they lost 4-3 against Paraguay on penalties. The four-time World Cup winners saw one of the greatest World Cup upsets in...
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