Germany national team coach Julian Nagelsmann has strongly hinted at his potential starting lineup for the upcoming international friendlies. In comments reported by German media, including Kicker and Bild, Nagelsmann suggested that several players from Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen are likely to feature prominently.
Nagelsmann specifically mentioned the importance of in-form players from the Bundesliga's top two clubs. He indicated that Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich and Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz are virtual certainties to start in the midfield. The coach emphasized the need for stability and rhythm ahead of the UEFA Euro 2026 qualifying campaign.
The friendlies, scheduled for late March 2026, will see Germany face France in Lyon on March 28 and the Netherlands in Frankfurt on March 31. These matches serve as crucial preparation for the team. Nagelsmann's comments suggest a move towards a more settled starting eleven, moving away from the experimental phases seen after he took over the national team in late 2023.
While not confirming a full eleven, Nagelsmann's remarks point to a core built around experienced internationals and the current best performers in the domestic league. The final selections will be officially announced ahead of the first match against France.
