Julian Nagelsmann to remain Germany coach until 2026 World Cup
German national team coach Julian Nagelsmann has signed a contract extension to remain in post until at least the 2026 World Cup, the German Football Association said Friday. "This is a decision from the heart. It is a great honour to coach the national team," Nagelsmann said in a statement.
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- Published Date: 12:42 | 19 April 2024
- Modified Date: 12:42 | 19 April 2024
Former Bayern Munich coach Nagelsmann, 36, was appointed last autumn in succession to Hansi Flick on a contract until this year's European Championships in Germany.
He led the team to impressive victories over France and the Netherlands last month in a turnaround from previous modest results, and the DFB had said they would like to continue with him beyond the Euros.
Nagelsmann spoke of "a decision of the heart" in a DFB statement, and his decision also ended speculation that he could return to Bayern in summer after the departure of his successor Thomas Tuchel.