Klopp expected to be introduced as Germany coach on Friday

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Klopp expected to be introduced as Germany coach on Friday
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Jürgen Klopp is anticipated to be presented as the new coach of the Germany national soccer team on Friday. The German Football Federation (DFB) has scheduled a press conference at its Frankfurt headquarters for 11 AM local time. While the official confirmation of his appointment was not made on Thursday, sources indicate the deal is almost finalized. Klopp's hiring comes after the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann following Germany's disappointing exit in the last World Cup. He will begin preparations for Germany's next match, scheduled for September 24 in Amsterdam against the Netherlands.

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By the Numbers
  • DFB invites press for Klopp's unveiling on July 24.
  • Klopp expected to coach until 2030.
  • Nagelsmann resigned after World Cup exit to Paraguay.
  • Klopp's first match will be against the Netherlands.
  • A donation of $1.14 million will compensate Red Bull.
Latest Updates
  • 9:18 AMYahoo SportsKlopp confirmed as Germany coach on deal until 2030
  • 12:44 PMESPN SoccerGermany calls briefing amid Klopp coach reports
  • 9:18 AMYahoo SportsKlopp set to be unveiled as Germany coach on Friday
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Jürgen Klopp looks set to be presented as Germany coach on Friday after the German Football Federation (DFB) sent out an invite to a press conference at its Frankfurt headquarters. Confirmation of his appointment did not come on Thursday, with the invite to the 11 am (0900 GMT) gathering not mentioning the 59-year-old's name, but a Friday unveiling has widely been expected.

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Jürgen Klopp has signed a deal until 2030 to become Germany coach, the German Football Federation (DFB) said on Friday at a press conference where he was unveiled. The former Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool boss was the DFB's immediate first choice to succeed Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned following the World Cup last-32 exit to Paraguay in June.

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The German federation (DFB) has called a news conference for Friday when it is expected to present Jürgen Klopp as the next national team coach.

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