Alexandra Popp's Emotional Farewell Marks New Era for German Women's Soccer

As Popp retires, the German national team faces challenges and opportunities under coach Christian Wück's leadership.

Alexandra Popp played her final match for the German national team, marking the end of an era as she retires with 145 caps and 67 goals.
The match against Australia ended in a 1-2 defeat, highlighting ongoing issues with ball possession and passing accuracy under new coach Christian Wück.
Wück is focused on testing and integrating new players, with plans to form a competitive squad from a pool of 30 to 40 players ahead of the European Championship in Switzerland next July.
Popp's departure leaves a significant gap in leadership and experience, with Giulia Gwinn named as her successor as team captain.
Despite the challenges, there are promising signs, as seen in a recent 4-3 victory over England, showcasing the team's potential without Popp.