Germany maintains midfield despite struggles against Ecuador at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 12:10 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Germany's midfield faced criticism after a poor performance in their match against Ecuador on June 25, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Coach Julian Nagelsmann stated there would be no changes, defending players Aleksandar Pavlović and Felix Nmecha despite their struggles. The pair's defensive contributions were minimal, with only one defensive action and multiple dispossessions. Germany needs significant improvement in midfield if they aim to progress in the knockout stages.
- •Germany lost to Ecuador in the World Cup group stage.
- •Coach Julian Nagelsmann defends his midfield selections.
- •Pavlović and Nmecha recorded poor defensive statistics.
- •Germany's midfield struggles may hinder future success in the tournament.
- 12:10 AMYahoo Sports — No changes to Germany’s midfield despite getting dismantled by Ecuador
"The German midfield was rattled from the relentless pressure of Ecuador.
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