Vladimir Smicer urges Florian Wirtz to excel for Germany at World Cup

Vladimir Smicer called on Liverpool player Florian Wirtz to perform at the World Cup. Wirtz, who joined Liverpool for a record £116 million, had a challenging first season with the club, scoring seven goals and providing ten assists in 49 appearances. Smicer emphasized the heightened expectations for Wirtz, who scored in Germany's Euro 2024 opener against Scotland. As Germany prepares to face Curacao in their World Cup debut, Wirtz aims to prove himself on the international stage and respond to critics. The match takes place later today.

• 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — ‘You have to perform…’ – Vladimir Smicer says Liverpool star simply must deliver at the World Cup