The German national team lost 0-2 to Slovakia in the first round of the 2026 World Cup qualifying stage. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
Famous former German footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger shared his thoughts on this defeat. Slovak players secured an unexpected home victory with goals from David Gancsko in the 42nd minute and David Strelec in the 55th minute.
After the match, Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann attributed the defeat to problems in the team's mental state. Schweinsteiger emphasized that during his 121 appearances representing Germany, he never faced mental issues.
He stated that when wearing the national team jersey and hearing the anthem, it is necessary to perform on the field with full strength. He stressed that this is important not only for friendly matches but also for the World Cup final.
The German national team will host Northern Ireland on September 7. This match will be crucial for strengthening the team's chances of advancing to the next stage.
Fans and experts of the national team are expecting the team to improve its mental state and prepare well for upcoming matches.
