Germany has named Kai Havertz and Niclas Füllkrug in their final squad for Euro 2024, with both being the main options for the number nine role.
Havertz had an excellent season at Arsenal, where Mikel Arteta utilised him effectively as a false nine, unlocking his potential.
The German has been one of the standout performers in European football this year and will aim to help Germany win Euro 2024.
On the other hand, Füllkrug reached the Champions League final with Borussia Dortmund and contributed at least 20 goals in the league for BVB.
Despite Füllkrug’s impressive season, Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann has indicated that Havertz is ahead of him in the pecking order for the starting role.
If Füllkrug were to start as the primary striker, fans would likely support the decision, given his contributions and form. However, Nagelsmann’s preference for Havertz suggests he sees the Arsenal man as the key player for Germany’s attacking strategy.
He said via the DFB:
“We’re delighted that Fülle is back with us. It’s good to have an old-fashioned number 9 in the squad again. His role in the squad is clear. When Kai performs, he’s just ahead in the pecking order – and he has to perform. Fülle will get his opportunity and provide a goal threat.”
Just Arsenal Opinion
Havertz is now one of the most trusted players in attack for club and country and he has a huge responsibility as a striker for the Germany team.
They are under pressure to win the competition on home soil and he can return to London as one of his nations heroes.
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Germany saved as Havertz scores again, well done.
Not so good for England.
The England Defender was at fault for Iceland’s goal, because he blindsided our Goalkeeper by allowing the ball to have cover by going through his legs.
Yet, according to “goal.com” this is some how Ramsdales fault for the goal.
Goal.com’s philosophy is Let’s all blame the goalkeeper every time the opposition scores, because it is never the defenders fault!
Where do goal.com get their journalists from?
It was the England defenders fault as he allowed the ball to go through his legs, which blindsided Ramsdale, don’t they get that?
Goal.com should open their eyes and Stop the Ramsdale Witch Hunt and they should be blaming the poor defending as no goalkeeper could have saved that.
Germany are one of the main contenders to win the Euros along with France. Germany will rely a lot on Havertz for scoring goals and link up play. His form for Arsenal in the second half of last season suggest the coach will likely start him. Great to see an Arsenal player get so much recognition and importance at one of the world’s best teams. Similarly Martinelli, if fully fit, will play a huge role for Brazil in the Copa America where Argentina are the main contenders to win.
Another reason why Arteta doesn’t need to splash (read: waste) on a traditional striker. Use that money instead to find an excellent back-up for Bukayo Saka (Reiss Nelson not good enough), strengthen the midfield (even if Partey stays his injury history would not make him effective for a league-winning campaign) and a sign a good back-up for Saliba.
I’m looking forward to seeing Havertz at Euro.