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Kimmich Out of Luxembourg Qualifier With Ankle Injury as Jonathan Tah Captains Germany

Coach Julian Nagelsmann calls the ankle issue minor, with a possible return targeted for Monday against Slovakia.

Overview

  • He sustained a capsule injury to his right ankle during Wednesday’s training in Wolfsburg and missed the final session.
  • Kimmich has traveled with the squad to Luxembourg to stay involved as his recovery is assessed.
  • Nagelsmann says the problem is not expected to be long term and staff will decide on Monday’s availability after checks.
  • With vice-captains Antonio Rüdiger and Kai Havertz unavailable, Jonathan Tah will wear the armband against Luxembourg.
  • Germany leads Group A on nine points ahead of Slovakia on goal difference, while Luxembourg remains without a point.