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Miro Schluroff Set for European Championship Debut Against Austria

The Gummersbach standout chose Germany after a recruitment call from Austria’s then-coach Aleš Pajović.

Overview

  • Germany opens its Euro campaign in Herning on Thursday against Austria in Schluroff’s first major-tournament match, with only the top two in the group advancing.
  • The 25-year-old debuted for Germany in March 2025 under coach Alfreð Gíslason and has since become a regular selection.
  • He is valued for defensive versatility across both half positions and for contributing in the right back role.
  • Pajović contacted him years earlier during his GWD Minden stint about representing Austria, an approach he declined.
  • Born in Bregenz, he moved to Germany at age three when his father, ex-Werder Bremen footballer Lars Unger, transferred there, and he later emerged as a leading scorer with VfL Gummersbach.