Overview

• Hendrich received a red card in Germany’s Euro quarter-final against France after VAR highlighted contact with Griedge Mbock’s braid.
• She says the action was unintentional, recalling her hand getting stuck and realizing only later that she had grabbed hair.
• She reports receiving hostile messages, including death threats and accusations of racism, and says the initial fallout affected her mental state.
• Now with the Chicago Red Stars, she says she has settled well and describes the NWSL as faster and more athletic with stronger security and louder crowds.
• She remains available for the national team for now and plans to discuss her role with Germany’s staff after finishing the year.