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Matthäus calls for mentality change in Germany ahead of Nations League clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 8:18 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Matthäus calls for mentality change in Germany ahead of Nations League clash

Summary

Lothar Matthäus emphasized the need for a mentality overhaul within the German national soccer team as they prepare to face Serbia in Munich on Thursday. This follows new coach Jürgen Klopp's inability to secure a victory in his first two Nations League matches, including a recent loss to Greece. Matthäus refuted Bastian Schweinsteiger's claims of mediocrity within the team, asserting that quality players are present but must exhibit stronger mentality. He expressed confidence that Klopp can instill this mentality in the squad over time.

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By the Numbers

•Germany plays Serbia in the Nations League on Thursday.
•Klop's first two games as coach have not resulted in wins.
•Germany lost 1-0 to Greece in their last match.
•Matthäus believes Germany has quality players but lacks mentality.
•Klopp is expected to help improve the team's mentality.

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8:18 AMYahoo Sports — Matthäus: Germany are not mediocre but need better mentality

What they're saying

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Record Germany international Lothar Matthäus disagrees with Bastian Schweinsteiger's damning verdict on the men's national team but feels a change in mentality is needed to prosper. New coach Jürgen Klopp failed to win his opening two games in the Nations League and faces Serbia in Munich on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports

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