After the two defeats against Turkey and Austria, there is great criticism of national coach Julian Nagelsmann. There should now also be initial doubts from the national team.
As “Bild” reports, Nagelsmann’s approach as national coach within the team is not without controversy. The players are of the opinion that after just two courses you can feel that the 36-year-old is more of a club coach who wants to implement his ideas and ideas about football.
Instead, some parts of the team are demanding that Nagelsmann reduce his own ideas and focus on more “pragmatism”.
In addition, a clear line is missing. The fact that Kai Havertz was used as a left-back in the game against Turkey (2:3) after just a few training sessions is said to have caused less understanding in the team. The fact that Nagelsmann stuck to his plan despite criticism and put the Arsenal professional in defense against Austria (0-2) was well received.
In addition, Nagelsmann sometimes overwhelms his protégés with video sessions and corrections, according to the tabloid.
Basically, the mood towards the new national coach remains positive.
Next international break not until March
Recently there was massive criticism of Nagelsmann. When asked, he told “Bild” that he has not yet regretted taking over the position as national coach.
“I have no regrets, I enjoy it,” said the 36-year-old. “It’s normal when you start a job to have the belief and hope that everything will go easier.”
The end of the year for the DFB team backfired badly with the two defeats. Instead of a spirit of optimism, the DFB team is once again faced with serious problems. Nagelsmann has until the next international break in March to make the right adjustments.