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Kai Havertz shares thoughts on striker competition in German squad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 2:01 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Kai Havertz shares thoughts on striker competition in German squad

Summary

Kai Havertz, fresh from scoring in Arsenal’s Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain, joined the German national team ahead of their final warm-up friendly against the United States this Saturday. He will compete with Deniz Undav of VfB Stuttgart, who scored twice in a recent friendly, and Nick Woltemade from Newcastle United for a starting spot. Havertz noted the varied strengths among the three players and emphasized the team's unity and shared goals. He aims to contribute effectively as they prepare for the upcoming World Cup.

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By the Numbers

•Havertz scored in Arsenal’s Champions League final against PSG.
•Deniz Undav netted a brace in a friendly against Finland.
•The German squad trains ahead of their match against the United States.
•Havertz believes all strikers contribute to a common goal.
•Germany's World Cup preparations include assessing striker options.

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2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Kai Havertz discusses Germany striker competition with Undav and Woltemade

What they're saying

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Having linked up with the German national team after scoring in Arsenal’s Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, Kai Havertz is expected to get the nod up front for Julian Nagelsmann�...
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