Nagelsmann Names Baumann as Germany's Starting Goalkeeper for Italy Matches

The decision comes as Germany faces injuries to key players and seeks to advance to the Nations League Final Four.

• Oliver Baumann has been officially selected as Germany's starting goalkeeper for the Nations League quarterfinal matches against Italy, replacing the injured Marc-André ter Stegen.
• The selection emphasizes Baumann's stability and experience, which were decisive over younger alternatives like Alexander Nübel.
• Key players Florian Wirtz and Kai Havertz are unavailable due to injuries, adding pressure on the squad ahead of the first leg in Milan on March 20.
• Lothar Matthäus criticized the inclusion of Stefan Ortega in the squad, questioning the consistency of Nagelsmann's selection criteria.
• The Nations League quarterfinals are critical for Germany, as advancing to the Final Four would mark a significant step following a disappointing Euro 2024.

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