DFB squad for the Football World Cup: This team wants to become world champion

Germany's national football coach Julian Nagelsmann has reaffirmed the team's goal of winning the World Cup, a statement he first made nearly two years ago after their European Championship exit. "Yes, of course, the statement still stands," Nagelsmann declared, expressing his and the players' eagerness for the tournament.

The 26-player squad announced for the upcoming World Cup features few significant surprises. Manuel Neuer's return to the starting lineup as goalkeeper was previously leaked and confirmed. However, several players will not be making the trip to the USA.

Notable omissions from the squad include Stuttgart players Chris Führich and Maximilian Mittelstädt, as well as former regular starters Niclas Füllkrug and Robert Andrich. Karim Adeyemi has also not been selected. Furthermore, Marc-André ter Stegen and Serge Gnabry are unavailable due to injuries.

One player who had been anticipated by some to be included, 19-year-old talent Saïd El Mala from Köln, was also left off the list. Nagelsmann, however, indicated that the young player has future tournaments ahead of him.

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