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Sammer optimistic about Klopp's coaching impact on Germany

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 6:19 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Sammer optimistic about Klopp's coaching impact on Germany

Summary

Matthias Sammer expressed confidence in Jürgen Klopp’s leadership of the German national team during an interview with Sky Germany. Sammer highlighted Klopp’s clear organizational plan and expressed hope that he could restore the team’s identity. He also voiced support for Klopp’s assistants, Per Mertesacker and Hannes Wolf. Klopp’s debut match as head coach is set for Thursday, 24 September, against the Netherlands at 20:45 CET.

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Key Details

•Matthias Sammer shares confidence in Klopp's vision for the team.
•He also supports assistants Per Mertesacker and Hannes Wolf.
•Klopp begins as head coach on Thursday, 24 September.
•Germany to face the Netherlands in his first match.

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6:19 PMYahoo Sports — Sammer holds "great hopes" for Klopp's new-look Germany setup

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Matthias Sammer has expressed his positivity and confidence for the Germany's national team under Jürgen Klopp and his staff."I have great hopes for him [Klopp]. I see an absolute plan in him. Its or...
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