Germany coach Nagelsmann vows to stay after World Cup exit, awaits DFB decision
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said he will not resign after his team’s 1-1 draw with Paraguay in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, which was lost on penalties after Orlando Gill saved Kai Havertz and Nick Woltermade’s attempts and Jonathan Tah hit the bar. Nagelsmann told reporters after the match that he remains available and would stay until 2028 if the German Football Federation (DFB) wants him, adding that his future will be decided by the DFB. He is currently under contract through 2028. The exit ends Germany’s campaign in the tournament and raises questions about the team’s direction ahead of future competitions, including the 2028 European Championship. For Nigerian fans who follow European football, the stability of Germany’s coaching setup could affect the competitiveness of future matches between African and European sides, especially in preparatory friendlies or tournament draws. Will a stable Nagelsmann-led Germany make future encounters tougher for African teams, or might a coaching change open opportunities for surprise results? Keep an eye on the DFB’s announcement expected mid‑2027 for clarity on Germany’s technical direction.