Nagelsmann: Pavlović’s Halftime Exit Precautionary in Germany’s 6-0 Win Over Slovakia

Focus shifts to the Bayern midfielder’s fitness for Freiburg first, then Arsenal.

Overview

Germany thrashed Slovakia 6-0 in World Cup qualifying on Monday, reversing recent wobbles in form.
Head coach Julian Nagelsmann said Pavlović had “a bit of calf problems” and confirmed the substitution was precautionary.
Pavlović impressed in the opening period, completing all five of his long passes as Germany netted four before the break.
Felix Nmecha of Borussia Dortmund replaced Pavlović at the interval.
Bayern Munich next face SC Freiburg on Saturday and Arsenal midweek in the Champions League, with Pavlović’s status to be monitored.