German coach Hansi Flick sacked

German coach Hansi Flick sacked

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Germany’s football world was shaken on Sunday after the country’s football federation (DFB) made the unexpected move of letting go of their head coach, Hansi Flick. This decision follows closely on the heels of Germany’s disheartening 4-1 defeat to Japan, casting a long shadow over the team’s prospects as they gear up to host next year’s European Championship.

In an intriguing twist, the DFB announced that their director, Rudi Völler, would collaborate with two other coaches in a joint effort to lead the squad during their forthcoming friendly against France.

The recent times have been tough for Germany, to put it mildly. Their form has seen them unable to clinch victory in their last five games. But what truly added salt to their wounds was the team’s disappointing exit in the group stages during the previous year’s World Cup.

Now, Hansi Flick, despite his recent setback, had remained optimistic about retaining his role. He believed in his capability to guide the team, voicing this sentiment even after the loss to Japan. It was a sight to see on Sunday when, mere hours before the news of his sacking broke, Flick was spotted leading his team in a training session, with fans cheerfully in attendance.

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When you think of Flick, it’s hard not to recall his crowning achievement: clinching the Champions League trophy with Bayern Munich back in 2020. After this triumph, he was offered the reins of the German national team in the subsequent year. Flick’s initial journey with the squad started promisingly, with him leading Germany to victories in his first eight matches. However, it’s important to note that during this phase, the team did not face any top-tier European teams. After that honeymoon period, things took a turn. From the 17 matches that followed, only four ended in Germany’s favor.

Ilkay Gündogan, Germany’s captain, openly threw his support behind Flick post the Japan game. Yet, he didn’t hold back in shedding light on the team’s challenges. Gündogan voiced concerns about the players’ mental fortitude, highlighting the evident lack of confidence and cohesion.

The interim coaching team, of which Völler is a part, now faces the Herculean task of preparing for France. The French side is in enviable form, boasting five straight victories in the Euro 2024 qualifiers without letting their opponents find the back of the net even once.

Völler, who himself had a stint as the national team coach from 2000 to 2004, spoke emphatically about the pressing need to find a national coach. His objective is clear: to prepare the team for the grandeur of the Euro tournament next year. He understands the weight of expectation, stating, “We expect from them, as does the whole country, positive impulses. A coach who can elevate our performance to the level we’re known for.”

As the speculations whirl around Flick’s replacement, a prominent name that surfaces is Jurgen Klopp. Though Klopp had brushed off the possibility of taking up the role back in 2021, recent reports from journalist Jan Aage Fjortoft suggest that the DFB might tempt him with a dual position that allows him to continue his stint at Liverpool. Joining Klopp on this speculative list are German football giants like Miroslav Klose, Louis Van Gaal, Julian Nagelsmann, and Lothar Matthäus are all rumored to be in contention. The DFB is sure to face a tough decision, considering the pedigree of these candidates.

With such pivotal changes afoot, Germany’s journey to next year’s Euro is shaping up to be a riveting watch.

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