Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has resigned from his position following the national team’s disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing an end to his tenure less than three years after taking charge.
The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed that Nagelsmann’s departure came after discussions between the coach and senior football officials in the aftermath of Germany’s shock elimination by Paraguay in the Round of 32. Germany lost the match on penalties after the teams finished level following extra time.
Nagelsmann Chose to Step Aside
Although Nagelsmann initially insisted after the defeat that he wanted to remain in charge, he later decided to resign, saying the national team needed a fresh start.
The 38-year-old reportedly chose to step down rather than wait for a possible dismissal, with reports indicating he reached an agreement with the DFB after a lengthy meeting following Germany’s early World Cup exit.
Third Straight Disappointing World Cup
Germany’s elimination continues a difficult run for one of international football’s most successful nations.
The four-time world champions have now failed to make a deep run in three consecutive World Cups, following group-stage exits in 2018 and 2022, before their Round of 32 defeat in 2026. The latest setback intensified pressure on Nagelsmann despite leading Germany to the quarter-finals of UEFA Euro 2024 during his tenure.
Jürgen Klopp Emerges as Leading Candidate
Attention has already shifted to Nagelsmann’s successor, with former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp widely reported as the leading candidate for the role.
The DFB has confirmed it intends to begin discussions with Klopp, who has reportedly indicated he is open to taking charge of the German national team.
Key Highlights
- Julian Nagelsmann has resigned as Germany’s head coach.
- His departure follows Germany’s penalty-shootout defeat to Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 32.
- Nagelsmann said stepping aside would allow the team to make a fresh start.
- Germany have now endured disappointing World Cup campaigns in 2018, 2022 and 2026.
- Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is the leading candidate to replace him.
The Story in Nigerian Pidgin
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