Nagelsmann starts Undav over Musiala in Round of 32 against Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
In Monday's Round of 32 match at the World Cup, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has named Deniz Undav in the starting lineup against Paraguay, opting for him over Jamal Musiala. Undav has made an impact off the bench with three goals and two assists in the tournament leading up to this game. Nagelsmann stated the decision aims to enhance Germany's offensive presence against a compact defense. The match is currently ongoing.
- •Deniz Undav starts for Germany, replacing Jamal Musiala.
- •Undav has contributed three goals and two assists in previous appearances.
- •Nagelsmann cites a need for more offensive presence.
- •The match against Paraguay is currently ongoing.
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Nagelsmann explains decision to start Undav ahead of Musiala against Paraguay
"After racking up three goals and two assists in three appearances off the bench at the World Cup so far, Deniz Undav is set to make his first start of the tournament in monday’s Round of 32 clash wi...
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