German Women's Soccer Team Faces Australia Without Key Players
Sara Däbritz and Sydney Lohmann withdraw due to injuries as Alexandra Popp prepares for her final national team appearance.
- Sara Däbritz of Olympique Lyon exits the German national team due to a muscular injury, while Sydney Lohmann of FC Bayern München leaves because of knee problems.
- Lina Magull from Inter Milan has been called up to join the team for the match against Australia in Duisburg.
- The match marks the retirement of long-time captain Alexandra Popp, who will play her 145th and final game for the national team.
- New head coach Christian Wück celebrated a successful debut with a 4-3 victory against England in a recent test match at Wembley Stadium.
- The match against Australia will be broadcast live on ZDF, with kick-off scheduled for 18:10 in Duisburg.