Germany Revamps Squad Ahead of Euro 2024, Introduces Six New Players
In a significant shake-up, Germany's coach Julian Nagelsmann announces a refreshed lineup featuring six newcomers and the return of Toni Kroos for the upcoming friendlies against France and the Netherlands.
- Bayern Munich's Aleksandar Pavlovic and five other players receive their first call-up to the German national team.
- Toni Kroos makes a comeback to international football nearly three years after his last appearance.
- Notable exclusions include Bayern Munich's Leon Goretzka and Serge Gnabry, along with Borussia Dortmund's Mats Hummels.
- Germany is set to face France on March 23 and the Netherlands on March 26 in the final friendlies before Euro 2024.
- The Euro 2024 tournament, hosted by Germany, will commence on June 14 with the team facing Scotland in their opening match.