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Nagelsmann responds to Klopp's unexpected apology ahead of World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:58 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Nagelsmann responds to Klopp's unexpected apology ahead of World Cup match

Summary

Julian Nagelsmann's Germany prepares for a World Cup match against Cote d'Ivoire after a controversy involving Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Müller. Nagelsmann addressed comments made by Klopp, who previously joked about the future of Germany's World Cup prospects and apologized to Nagelsmann for his remarks. This back-and-forth followed Klopp's questioning of whether Jamal Musiala should start in the tournament. Germany looks to focus on performance as they approach their first game in the event.

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Key Details

•Nagelsmann's Germany faces Cote d'Ivoire in the World Cup.
•Klopp jokingly questioned Germany's squad decisions before apologizing.
•Nagelsmann emphasizes the need to ignore external distractions.
•Germany aims for a strong start in the tournament following the controversy.

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11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Nagelsmann: "I didn't expect an apology from Jürgen Klopp!"

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Julian Nagelsmann's Germany side face Cote d'Ivoire in their second match in the 2026 World Cup.Before Germany's first game however, Thomas Müller and Jürgen Klopp have made the headlines over thing...
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