Klopp skips opening speech at coaches congress following Germany appointment

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Klopp skips opening speech at coaches congress following Germany appointment
Summary

Jürgen Klopp will not deliver the opening speech at an international coaches congress in Mainz, which began on Monday. He expressed regret in a video message, indicating he prefers to refrain from drawing attention before coaching the German national team. Klopp's contract as head coach extends until 2030, and he highlighted his desire to focus on his new role, avoiding potential controversy or scrutiny. The three-day event gathers around 1,400 trainers from various backgrounds.

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  • •Klopp appointed German national team coach on July 24.
  • •He addressed coaches during a three-day congress in Mainz.
  • •About 1,400 trainers are attending the event.
  • •Klopp aims to focus on his coaching duties before making public statements.
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Jürgen Klopp will not hold the opening speech at an international coaches congress in the wake of his appointment as German national team coach. Klopp, 59, apologised for the decision in a video message at the start of the three-day congress in Mainz on Monday which is to bring together around 1,400 trainers.

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