Philipp Lahm advocates for Joshua Kimmich's midfield role with Germany
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Philipp Lahm has expressed his view that Joshua Kimmich should play in midfield for Germany's 2026 World Cup squad. Lahm argued that Kimmich has excelled in midfield for Bayern Munich and indicated that breaking up the team's core, which includes Kimmich, could be a mistake. He suggested alternatives for the right-back position while highlighting the balance needed between offensive and defensive players. Currently, Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann appears committed to Kimmich's role as a right-back, making a shift to midfield unlikely at this stage.
- •Philipp Lahm recommends Kimmich plays midfield for Germany.
- •Kimmich has been a key performer at Bayern Munich.
- •Nagelsmann currently favors Kimmich at right-back.
- •Lahm suggests more defensively-minded alternatives for right-back.
- •The conversation stems from upcoming World Cup preparations.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Philipp Lahm says Joshua Kimmich should play midfield for Germany
"The former FC Bayern star know one change Germany can make.
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