Joshua Kimmich faces scrutiny after Germany's Euro exit

Germany's early exit from the Euros ends their tournament run against Paraguay, prompting criticism of captain Joshua Kimmich. Previously viewed as a strong leader under coach Vincent Kompany, Kimmich's performance and the team's failures now associate him with a generation that has struggled to secure major titles. He acknowledged the disappointment stemming from both the recent exit and past World Cup shortcomings, expressing a commitment to continue representing the national team despite calls for him to retire. Teammate Mats Hummels offered support, stating Kimmich behaves professionally on the pitch.

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