Overview

• Germany struggled under Flick, crashing out of 2022 World Cup and losing 4 of last 5 games
• Flick dismissed after 4-1 loss to Japan; interim coach Rudi Völler took over team
• Loss highlighted issues with German talent pool and lack of improvement under Flick
• Völler led Germany to 2-1 win over France, ending losing streak and restoring confidence
• Germany begins search for long-term replacement; Nagelsmann and other big names considered