Klopp sends Kimmich home from Germany camp after repeated requests

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Klopp sends Kimmich home from Germany camp after repeated requests
Summary

Jürgen Klopp announced his Germany squad for the current international break, calling up 44 players for two matches. Captain Joshua Kimmich asked to remain with the team following their 1-1 draw against the Netherlands and loss to Greece, but was ultimately sent home. Klopp stated that frequent requests could reduce the likelihood of getting what one wants and emphasized the need to assess younger players. Kimmich will now take a family holiday, while Germany faces Greece again on Sunday.

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  • •Germany squad consists of 44 players split into two groups.
  • •Kimmich requested to stay but was sent home.
  • •Klopp defends Kimmich’s leadership despite recent criticism.
  • •Germany's next match is against Greece on Sunday.
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  • 5:36 AMYahoo Sports — Klopp reveals Kimmich asked to stay with Germany: “The more often you ask, the less likely you are to get what you want”
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When announcing his Germany squad for the current international break, Jürgen Klopp called up 44 players and split them into two groups for two matches each.Ultimately, Klopp allowed a handful of pla...

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