German footballer, manager and pundit
FC Bayern: Kompany? "He doesn't want to deal with you guys" - | Kimmich's comment on Matthäus & Co. | Football
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Werder Bremen: Lothar Matthäus wants Niclas Füllkrug at Klopp's | Sport: DFB legend Lothar Matthäus wants Werder star Niclas Füllkrug in the national team.
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FC Bayern: Matthäus is surprised by Kompany's behavior on the bench! | Football
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FC Bayern: Lothar Matthäus takes on Lehmann! "He can't judge because..." | Football
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“No safeguards!”: Matthäus exposes Bavaria’s biggest weakness: Lothar Matthäus kritisiert nach dem 3:3 in Stavanger die Bayern-Defensive und fordert von Michael ...
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Matthäus criticizes Kimmich's reassignment: Lothar Matthäus finds Joshua Kimmich's departure incomprehensible. The world champion considers the ...
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National team: Matthäus contradicts Schweinsteiger - | “No mediocrity!” | Football
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With his new girlfriend (27) at the Oktoberfest: Lothar Matthäus canoodling under the Bavaria statue
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Klopp's debut as national coach: Matthäus relies on a strong Bayern spine: Lothar Matthäus expects a strong Bayern spine with Tah, Brown, Kimmich and Musiala ...
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"Through the worst": Matthäus sees a decisive signal in Musiala: Jamal Musiala is increasingly regaining his former strength. Lothar Matthäus sees an important ...
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OpinionThe Matthäus Column: Klopp's First Squad Doesn't Bring Only Positive Surprises
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OpinionMatthäus raves about Sandro Wagner: | "Hannover 96 is a perfect fit in terms of DNA"
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Boos for Neuer! Matthäus and Eberl react: Manuel Neuer is not being welcomed with open arms at Schalke. The home fans are mercilessly booing the Bayern ...
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Bayern in? Matthäus names his top favorites for the Champions League: Lothar Matthäus names his favorites for the Champions League title. FC Bayern is also among ...
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Matthäus on FC Bayern's handling of Musiala: "That shows the solidarity." ❤️
Matthäus already talks about Karius being called up to the national team: Loris Karius is receiving a lot of praise from prominent figures after his performance ...
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Because of DFB nominations: Matthäus quietly criticizes Klopp: Jürgen Klopp has already announced the day he intends to reveal his first squad for the German ...
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Lothar Matthäus: Bayern star "most deserves" the Ballon d'Or: Record-holding German international Lothar Matthäus champions Harry Kane as the Ballon d'Or ...
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Key FactsKane Says Ballon d’Or Result Is Beyond His Control
Aug 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Kane also reached the Champions League semifinals with Bayern Munich.
- England likewise advanced to the World Cup semifinals in North America and ultimately finished third.
- Ousmane Dembélé could become Kane’s biggest rival after winning the Champions League with PSG.
- At Allianz Team Day, Kane said the decision was still two to three months away and that he wanted to focus on the current season.
I’m very proud of the season I’ve played. The Ballon d’Or, from an individual perspective, is the biggest prize you can win. The Ballon d’Or isn’t in my hands. I’ve done what I could in terms of my performance. Of course, it would be fantastic if it works out.— Harry Kane, speaking during Allianz Team Day about his Ballon d’Or chances
Matthäus regrets the failed El Mala deal 😕 "I'm curious to see what happens and how things will continue for him in Cologne ... Show more
"Reacted too sensitively": Matthäus's opinion on Nagelsmann's Bundesliga comeback raises eyebrows
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Matthäus' advice to BVB regarding El Mala: Lothar Matthäus intervenes in the transfer saga surrounding Said El Mala. According to the record-holding German ...
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Lothar Matthäus settles accounts with Infantino's investor plans: The football world continues to turn away from Gianni Infantino - | now also Lothar ...
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However, Lothar Matthäus affirmed that it is "no longer my football," because "he has now overdone it. He has been given bad advice or hasn't sought advice ... Show more
No guard of honor or crowd formations: Lothar Matthäus holds the Argentinians accountable after their performance in the World Cup final. 👀
“No more excuses”: Matthäus holds Bayern star Musiala accountable: Lothar Matthäus believes Jamal Musiala is now obligated to perform after his long injury ...
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Lothar Matthäus is disappointed by the Argentinians' behavior after the World Cup final. ⚽️🏆 #wm2026 #finale #argentinien
FIFA: Matthäus laments "betrayal of football": Lothar Matthäus attacks FIFA President Infantino and makes serious accusations against the world governing body.
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Lothar Matthäus harbors explosive suspicions about Julian Nagelsmann's future
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“A betrayal of football fans”: Matthäus appalled by Trump's phone call and the lifting of the ban
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Traum von Real: Bayern-Legende Matthäus kann Olise verstehen: Lothar Matthäus ordnet die Zukunft von Michael Olise ein und verrät, was er über die ...
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World Cup scandal! Lothar Matthäus has a clear opinion on the Folarin Balogun case 😳
OpinionCatterfeld, two RB professionals, Matthäus: Many celebrities at the Motorcycle World Championship at the Sachsenring
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Matthäus: Klopp is like the "Kaiser": Lothar Matthäus sees parallels between desired national coach Jürgen Klopp and legend Franz Beckenbauer.
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"Unthinkable for a leader": Matthäus attacks "little Nagelsmanns without contradiction"
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OpinionBob Hanning and the dumbest explanation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Record award winner Lothar Matthäus already looks like the sure winner ...
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OpinionMatthäus column: "Neuer could have saved himself the World Cup." | Sports: Record-holding national player Lothar Matthäus analyzes the retirement question for ...
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After being kicked off the DFB: Kimmich continues as captain - | Matthäus expects Nagelsmann to be out
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World Cup: Matthäus completely dismantles Nagelsmann - | "a complete mess": After the national coach project failed spectacularly, record-holding national player ...
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Paid articlePaywallWorld Cup: Matthäus claims to have explosive information from the German team: The disastrous sporting performance is far from the only thing the national team ...
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Matthäus on Real Madrid star: "I would do without Rüdiger in the future": Lothar Matthäus talks about the German national team players.
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"This plunges Germany into a deep hole": Jürgen Klinsmann settles accounts with the DFB team in no uncertain terms after the World Cup disaster
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Unrest in the team? Matthäus criticizes family presence - | Klinsmann and Hummels settle scores brutally
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“DFB stars were angry”: Matthäus calls for Nagelsmann’s dismissal—and reveals explosive behind-the-scenes details
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Lothar Lets Go is presented by Interwetten | Did our German national team lack confidence on the pitch? Lothar Matthäus is speechless after the performance ... Show more
"Has to ask this question": Are Nagelsmann's days numbered?: Will Julian Nagelsmann still be the national coach after the World Cup? This question is posed ...
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Unhappy families: Matthäus claims Germany travel plans caused World Cup rift: Lothar Matthäus, the former Germany captain turned pundit, has blamed the World Cup ...
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Experts settle scores with the German national team after defeat: "They got what they deserved"
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"The way he positioned his body for the second goal - | with a world-class first touch. The body turn, the way he placed his body between the ball and the ... Show more
Problems at DFB headquarters: Matthäus pleads with Nagelsmann about Kimmich: The national team's engine room is sputtering: The DFB team is revealing ...
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Key FactsMatthäus Questions Kimmich’s Defensive Positioning
Jun 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Lothar Matthäus criticizes Joshua Kimmich’s deployment as right-back for Germany in the World Cup.
- Kimmich primarily played as a right-sided center-back in the match against Ecuador, a role Matthäus finds unsuitable.
- The veteran suggests that coach Nagelsmann should assign Kimmich a position where he can exert greater influence.
- Nagelsmann, however, intends to keep Kimmich in defense, citing his strong performances at Euro 2024.
When I see his performance at Bayern Munich and now with the national team, that is a gigantic difference – unfortunately in the wrong direction.— Lothar Matthäus, television expert, after the game, criticizing Kimmich's role in the national team (as quoted in SPORT1/BILD).
“They wanted to win”: Lothar Matthäus on the national team's morale: Lothar Matthäus sees a lot of “positive energy” in the national team ...
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Als Matthäus debütierte: DFB-Elf winkt 46 Jahre alter Rekord: Wenn Deutschland an diesem Donnerstag das letzte WM-Gruppenspiel gegen Ecuador gewinnen sollte ...
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Tears flowed at the team hotel: Lennart Karl will not play in the World Cup: Tears are flowing at the DFB hotel following Lennart Karl’s World Cup exit ...
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Key FactsDFB Squad Faces Setback With Karl’s Injury
Jun 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Lennart Karl suffered a muscle tear during final training in Chicago, ruling him out of the 2026 World Cup.
- Coach Julian Nagelsmann described the injury as a major blow to the national team’s plans.
- Assan Ouédraogo from Leipzig was unexpectedly added as a replacement despite having only one international cap.
- Manuel Neuer will also miss the World Cup warm-up game against the USA as he recovers from a calf injury.
It is a great shock for him and all of us that he will miss the World Cup.— Head coach Julian Nagelsmann on Lennart Karl
Match-winner against Ivory Coast - | “New bomber of the nation” - | Lothar Matthäus demands Deniz Undav in the starting eleven
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Key FactsMatthäus Urges Undav’s Inclusion as Key Striker
Jun 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Lothar Matthäus insists Deniz Undav should be in the starting lineup for the football World Cup.
- The VfB forward impresses with regular strong performances and a reliable scoring record as a substitute.
- Undav’s gameplay features smart runs and exceptional ball control inside the penalty area.
- Matthäus likens Undav’s physique and style to the legendary striker Gerd Müller.
you can't ignore it any longer; start him from the start now—also in terms of his performance level— Lothar Matthäus, said during RTL/ntv interview
Criticism of Musiala's comments: Matthäus is very surprised by Müller and Klopp: Jamal Musiala is not in top form. Thomas Müller and Jürgen Klopp would bench the ...
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Key FactsControversy Over Musiala’s Role in World Cup Start
Jun 13, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Lothar Matthäus opposes experts Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Müller, who favor Deniz Undav for the starting lineup.
- Coach Julian Nagelsmann recently stated Musiala remains beneficial to the team even at 70 percent form.
- Matthäus criticizes Klopp’s public comments as complicating the coach’s work and stresses trust in Musiala.
- Klopp and Müller advocate Undav as the stronger choice for the World Cup opener, relegating Musiala to a substitute role.
Klopp should basically know this. To have a successful World Cup, Germany needs the quality of Musiala. Therefore he must now be trusted and given playing time.— Lothar Matthäus; quoted in Bild, criticizing Klopp and Müller; on the Musiala debate
Hessentag interview in video: Riccardo Basile returns home - and calls Lothar Matthäus.
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Lothar Matthäus and his Rolex: The watch is worth a fortune: Lothar Matthäus wore his Rolex to an event for the 2026 World Cup. The model immediately caught the ...
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Lothar Matthäus doubles down on Jürgen Klopp and Thomas Müller: Jürgen Klopp backtracks after his bold statement and apologizes to national coach Julian ...
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Matthäus gives up on Musiala: "I don't think he'll make it": Jamal Musiala is supposed to be one of the key players for the German team at the World Cup ...
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2026 World Cup: Urbig brings a first to the German World Cup team photo: Shortly before the World Cup kickoff, FIFA banned Haiti's jersey design ...
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Mats Hummels' Aussetzer bringt Laura Wontorra zum Lachen: „Kurzer Lothar Matthäus von mir“
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Jürgen Klopp (58) and his "still" comment. Lothar Matthäus (65) is also criticizing this. #klopp #nagelsmann #matthäus #lotharlegtlos #wm2026 #reels
First task completed! Lothar Matthäus on the euphoria and the upcoming tasks for the German team.
Lothar Matthäus appalled by World Cup conditions in the USA: Germany wins, but Lothar Matthäus remains critical. The pitch conditions in the USA, in particular ...
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Statt einen weiteren offensiv denkenden Spieler mitzunehmen, wäre Matthäus eher die personell dünn besetzte rechte Defensivseite angegangen ... Show more
"No matter what position he plays: right up front, in attacking midfield, or in the half-space. It all depends on what Julian Nagelsmann decides."
„Wir hätten ihn bekommen“: Hoeneß macht Matthäus für geplatzten Bayern-Transfer verantwortlich
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