The Nagelsmann era set sail, and the new German offensive combination produced a chemical reaction
After the change of coach, Germany played a friendly match against the US men's team on the national team match day, and Germany won 3-1 in a comeback and won the first game after the coach.
Germany defeated the United States 3-1 in a friendly match, and Nagelsmann led the team to the first victory. The coach became only the second manager in German history to lead the team to victory by a backward victory in the opening game, the previous being Otto Nelz in 1926 (4-3 victory over the Netherlands). The big contributor to the victory, or a major focus is the center Phil Kruger who contributed 1 goal and 1 assist, "open teeth" for Germany in 10 appearances, scoring 8 goals and assisting 2 times, including 5 goals and 1 assist in 4 starts in 2023, seems to be the best choice for the German team's center.
After the game, Nagelsmann expressed satisfaction with the team's performance: "First of all, congratulations. I think, especially in the last few months, when they were 1-0 down, the players played very, very well. We didn't have many chances in the first half and didn't penetrate the opponent's defence well. In addition, we have some problems on the personal side, which is completely normal. We still need to improve in this area. Overall, we played well. In the end, we deserve this victory. ”
The boss thought the team was too impatient in the first half, saying: "In the first half I felt we wanted to decide the game too early. We wanted to take a lot of risk in almost every situation and we conceded too many goals. In the second half we were still fast-paced, but more patient. That's where the gap lies. Returning centre-back Hummels, who played for Germany for the first time in more than two years, agreed with the manager's summary of the game, "It was definitely a special moment for me. I was even more nervous than I thought. It's nice to be on the pitch. The U.S. team had more space in the first half, so we made some adjustments. It works well, but the key is our possession. In the second half, we were more confident in possession and didn't miss any more counter-attacking opportunities. ”
Germany's football director Worrall believes a good start is important for Nagelsmann: "It makes you want more. The week was nice and the atmosphere was good. Winning Julian's first game in charge was very important. It was a very good game. Phil Kruger also feels good about the new atmosphere Nagelsmann brings, "He has a natural authority. He always backs up all the demands he makes of us with explanations and solutions, which is very important for a player. It's impressive. ”
In addition to Phil Kruger's good work in the centre, the two-row attacking trio of Wiltz-Mursiara Sane was also expected, with Sane creating Gundogan's equalizer and Musiala scoring the third goal that sealed the win. Speaking about the cooperation with Musiala in the national team, Wiltz gave a good review: "We can definitely work well in midfield and the coach will find a formation. We will play where we are needed. It's important that we move well and catch the ball in the open space. Of course, each of us wants to play, but it's up to Nagelsmann to decide. Personally, I like Jamal and my partner. There aren't many players in the world who dribble like him and I appreciate his moves. Jamal has his own style. ”
Wiltz has been very good at Bayer Leverkusen this season after coming out of injury, and many Bayern fans have imagined that he and Musiala have also formed a super platinum duo at the club, to which Wiltz politely responded, "We have had a very good season at Bayer Leverkusen so far and I have enjoyed life at the club. So I just want to stay in Leverkusen. I still have a long contract. So I don't need to think about my future right now. ”
Text|Daye
Editor|Muzi