Klopp suggests Undav starts over Musiala for Germany in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Müller advocate for Deniz Undav to start for Germany in their upcoming World Cup match against Curaçao. Klopp stated that Undav is a viable option due to his ability to play effectively as a number 10. He emphasized this in a discussion with broadcaster Magenta. Müller, a World Cup champion, echoed Klopp's sentiments, noting that he believes Undav possesses an innate ability that could benefit the team. Musiala has struggled since suffering a leg injury last July, which has limited his match performances.
- •Deniz Undav is recommended to start against Curaçao by Klopp and Müller.
- •Klopp highlighted Undav's potential as a number 10 in the lineup.
- •Musiala's recent struggles are attributed to his recovery from a leg injury.
- •Germany's World Cup opener is scheduled for this weekend.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Undav instead of Musiala: Klopp suggests Germany make a change
"Deniz Undav should start for Germany in their World Cup opener against Curaçao instead of Jamal Musiala, top TV pundits Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Müller said on Thursday. Former Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool coach Klopp told broadcaster Magenta: "We put Undav into the equation because he can play as a number 10.
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