Former Bayern Munich head coach Julian Nagelsmann has been named the new Germany national team coach, a decision confirmed by the German Football Association on Friday after local outlets had previously named the successor to Hansi Flick. Nagelsmann, 36, signed the contract at the DFB Campus in Frankfurt and is set to lead the squad through the scheduled term until July 31, 2024. In the history of the German national team, he becomes the twelfth coach to take charge at the helm.
Nagelsmann assumed leadership following Flick’s departure, which was announced earlier this month. Within days, Rudi Völler joined as an advisor while Hannes Wolf and Sandro Wagner were designated as part of the coaching staff, with Wagner confirmed to continue assisting Nagelsmann and Benjamin Glueck confirmed as the other assistant coach. Wagner is a former international player who has previously served as Nagelsmann’s backing at the club level, contributing to development at TSG Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig, and Bayern Munich. His experience helped guide Hoffenheim and Leipzig to Champions League campaigns and culminated in Bayern winning the German title in 2022.
Speaking on the DFB platform, Nagelsmann highlighted the significance of upcoming European Championship matches staged on German soil, noting that such events occur only every so often and stressing his gratitude for the opportunity to compete at home. He underscored the special status of hosting a major continental tournament and attributed the moment to the quality of players, staff, and the broader football environment in Germany.
DFB President Bernd Neuendorf welcomed Nagelsmann to the role, emphasizing the importance of the 2024 European Championship for football in Germany as a whole. Neuendorf expressed confidence that Nagelsmann would energize the national team’s fan base and help deliver a strong sporting performance at the tournament. He added that Nagelsmann possesses the drive and leadership needed to guide the side through the year ahead and into the summer finals with resolve.
As part of the schedule, Germany is slated to travel to the United States in October to face the U.S. host nation ahead of the World Cup cycle. The fixture lineup includes a clash with the United States on October 14, followed by a meeting with Mexico in Philadelphia on October 17, which is expected to be a high-profile test for the squad. The team will then assemble for a key international window in late November, with a planned showdown against Austria in Vienna marking the last international match before the European Championship season begins. The broader plan centers on strengthening the squad’s balance, refining tactical flexibility, and ensuring a competitive edge on European soil. The managerial transition is framed as a pivotal step in Germany’s bid to maintain a high standard of performance on the world football stage. It remains an ambitious period for fans and players alike, as the nation eyes a strong contribution to Europe’s premier continental championship. [Source: DFB]