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Jurgen Klopp criticized for comments on Julian Nagelsmann's lineup choices

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:02 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Jurgen Klopp criticized for comments on Julian Nagelsmann's lineup choices

Summary

Jurgen Klopp faced backlash from former German players after criticizing national coach Julian Nagelsmann's starting lineup during the 2026 World Cup coverage. Klopp, now a pundit, suggested he would have selected a different XI ahead of Germany's match against Curacao, which Germany won 7-1. Former players like Lothar Matthaeus and Stefan Effenberg deemed Klopp's remarks inappropriate for public broadcast. Klopp later apologized, referring to his comments as a casual slip. Nagelsmann disregarded the criticism, emphasizing that experts can express their opinions freely.

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By the Numbers

•Germany won their opener 7-1 against Curacao.
•Klopp criticized Nagelsmann's starting lineup as a TV pundit.
•Lothar Matthaeus and Stefan Effenberg condemned Klopp's remarks.
•Klopp apologized for his comments after facing criticism.
•Nagelsmann expressed indifference towards the criticism from pundits.

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10:02 AMYahoo Sports — 'Jurgen should know better': Klopp criticised for Nagelsmann jibe

What they're saying

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Former Germany players have hit out at Jurgen Klopp for comments he made about national coach Julian Nagelsmann while working as a pundit covering the 2026 World Cup.With Germany winning the match 7-1, a number of former German players have been critical of the comments.
— Yahoo Sports

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