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Why Germany Refused to Kick the Ball Out on Klopp's Debut
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- Sep 27, 2026, 6:49 PM UTC
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Germany refused to kick the ball out of play when Netherlands striker Brian Brobbey went down injured in their Nations League opener, then scored through Felix Nmecha moments later. New Netherlands coach Xavi said the passage of play was “a mixture” of cleverness and a lack of fair play, while former international…
Germany remained without a win under Jurgen Klopp and in the Nations League as Dimitrios Kourbelis proved to be the hero for Greece.