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Klinsmann expresses confidence in Germany's World Cup potential

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:26 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Klinsmann expresses confidence in Germany's World Cup potential

Summary

Jürgen Klinsmann, former coach of Germany, voiced strong optimism about the national team’s World Cup prospects after two group stage matches. He noted that Germany has already qualified for the knockout stage as group winners, with one group stage match remaining against Ecuador on Thursday. Klinsmann emphasized the importance of team spirit and acknowledged that a new phase begins after securing advancement. He also highlighted the need for good fortune in the tournament. The coach mentioned his support for substitute Deniz Undav, who scored three goals in two matches, and lamented defender Nico Schlotterbeck's injury ahead of the tournament's continuation.

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By the Numbers

•Germany has qualified for the knockout stage as group winners.
•Klinsmann believes the team can achieve significant success.
•Germany plays Ecuador in their final group stage match on Thursday.
•Klinsmann supports striker Deniz Undav's strong showing in previous matches.
•Nico Schlotterbeck is unavailable due to injury.

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Former Germany coach Jürgen Klinsmann is convinced that the national team can achieve great things at the World Cup following the performance in the first two group stage matches. "Everything is possible.
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