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German national team - | Why Nagelsmann faces a tricky question: Leroy Sané remains the nation's problem child: Before the tough test against the Ivory Coast ...
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Key FactsLeroy Sané Steps Up as Key Player for World Cup
Jun 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Germany secured a 2-1 win against the USA in a World Cup warm-up match at Soldier Field, Chicago.

  • Coach Julian Nagelsmann chose Sané to replace the injured Lennart Karl in the right offensive midfield position.

  • Sané’s decisive goal boosted the team’s confidence ahead of the tournament kickoff in one week.

  • The 30-year-old’s experience and versatility make him a key starter for Germany’s opening World Cup game.
  • We decided on him today. He trained very well.
    — Julian Nagelsmann, after the game at the press conference, about Leroy Sané
DFB squad passes dress rehearsal against the U.S.: The German national team showed some good attacking moves in their successful World Cup test against the USA ...
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Key FactsGermany Wins Final World Cup Warm-Up Match
Jun 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • Germany secured a 2-1 victory over the USA in their last match before the World Cup.

  • Kai Havertz scored early to give Germany the lead, but the hosts equalized before halftime.

  • Leroy Sané netted the winning goal in the second half after a squad change due to injury.

  • Germany will open the World Cup against Curaçao on June 14 in Houston.
Matthäus on Sané: "I would NOT have nominated him": Lothar Matthäus speaks out about Leroy Sané.
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Nagelsmann nominates Leroy Sané for upcoming DFB international matches: With this, Julian Nagelsmann also gives Leroy Sané hope for the World Cup in North ...
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Nagelsmann nominates Leroy Sané for upcoming DFB international matches
Key FactsNagelsmann Relies on Sané Amid Performance Fluctuations
Mar 9, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Coach Julian Nagelsmann plans to include Leroy Sané in upcoming World Cup preparatory matches despite his inconsistency.

  • Sané scored twice in Germany’s decisive 6-0 victory over Slovakia during the World Cup qualifiers last November.

  • The winger has regained form at Galatasaray, delivering six goals and eight assists across 34 appearances.

  • Sané’s improved stability is supported by his family’s relocation to Istanbul, enhancing his personal well-being.
  • We’re that honest: we never know for sure what will end up on the pitch with him.
    — Julian Nagelsmann, in an interview with Kicker about Leroy Sané’s consistency
Replacement for Ivory Coast found: DFB announces new World Cup friendly opponent: Germany has found its final friendly opponent before the 2026 World Cup in ...
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Gündogan: Sané must go to the World Cup – “It's not really possible without him” | Soccer
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Key FactsGündogan Calls for Sané’s 2026 World Cup Return
Oct 18, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Ilkay Gündogan advocates strongly for Leroy Sané’s inclusion in the 2026 World Cup team.

  • Sané currently competes at Galatasaray, with Gündogan viewing the Turkish league more favorably than coach Nagelsmann.

  • Gündogan praises Sané’s work rate and commitment in training following his move from Bayern Munich.

  • He stresses that the national team would struggle without Sané at the upcoming World Cup.
  • Without him, it actually doesn't work.
    — Ilkay Gündogan about Leroy Sané in an interview with Kicker.