Julian Nagelsmann expects Nathaniel Brown to play for Germany on Monday

Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann indicated that Nathaniel Brown could return for their Round of 32 match after missing the final group stage match against Ecuador due to muscular complaints. Brown's absence was felt as Germany lost the match 2-1. The current squad will have limited time to recover before facing Group C's third-place team. Nagelsmann remains hopeful about Brown's fitness, stating he thinks the young player will be available for selection.

• 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — Julian Nagelsmann seems pretty sure Nathaniel Brown will play for Germany in the Round of 32