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Schlotterbeck reflects on World Cup ending injury on Instagram

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:40 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Schlotterbeck reflects on World Cup ending injury on Instagram
Summary

Nico Schlotterbeck announced that his World Cup journey has come to an end due to injury. The Germany defender shared this news on Instagram, stating, "I still need some time to process everything and talk about it at a later point.” He expressed support for the German national team, emphasizing their need for backing during the tournament. Schlotterbeck is the second player dropped from the squad, following Lennart Karl's injury prior to the tournament.

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  • •Nico Schlotterbeck announces his World Cup is over due to injury.
  • •He shared the announcement on Instagram, emphasizing team support.
  • •Schlotterbeck is the second player ruled out after Lennart Karl.
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  • 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Schlotterbeck on World Cup ending injury: “I need some time to process everything"
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After receiving the heartbreaking news that his World Cup is over, Nico Schlotterbeck took to Instagram to give his supporters an update.“I still need some time to process everything and talk about ...

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