Julian Nagelsmann faces scrutiny after roster change for Germany
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Julian Nagelsmann's decision to call up Assan Ouédraogo, following Lennart Karl's injury, has drawn criticism. Lothar Matthäus expressed surprise at the move, as it did not provide a like-for-like replacement. Matthäus suggested alternatives for defensive needs, indicating concerns about squad balance. With the roster now set, Germany prepares for upcoming matches amid this controversy.
- •Lennart Karl left Germany's camp due to injury.
- •Nagelsmann replaced him with midfielder Ouédraogo.
- •Matthäus criticized the absence of a defensive replacement.
- •Many share Matthäus's surprise at the roster choice.
- •Germany's squad is finalized ahead of upcoming games.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lothar Matthäus stunned by Julian Nagelsmann’s roster move
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