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DFB Honors Mats Hummels With On-Pitch Farewell Before Germany–Northern Ireland Qualifier

The association scheduled the tribute in September as host of the Cologne match after UEFA protocols precluded a June ceremony.

Abschied in Köln: Mats Hummels
Mats Hummels beim Abschied durch den DFB im September 2025 in Köln
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Mats Hummels genießt mit Freundin und Sohn das WM-Quali-Spiel nach emotionalem Abschied.

Overview

  • Hummels received a framed collage inscribed "Mr. Außenrist" from DFB president Bernd Neuendorf and sporting director Rudi Völler as "Danke, Mats" appeared on the stadium screens.
  • Supporters unveiled a South Stand choreography reading "Meisterlich Ausgezeichnet Tatkräftig Stark" and chanted his name.
  • The 2014 World Cup winner concluded his international career with 78 caps and five goals, having last played for Germany on 21 November 2023 in Austria.
  • Speaking to RTL, Hummels said the farewell offered a welcome conclusion after his non-selection for Euro 2024.
  • DFB leaders lauded him as a leadership figure and emblem of a successful era, and coverage noted he had already received a club send-off at Borussia Dortmund in August.