Matthias Ginter won the World Cup with Germany in 2014, but it has been some time since his last international appearance. He last wore the Germany shirt in June 2023. Back then, Hansi Flick was still the national team coach.
He has not been called up since, including under new national team coach Jürgen Klopp. The Freiburg player has therefore already made peace with the prospect of not returning to the Germany squad. “I had an incredibly wonderful time with the national team. I was fortunate enough to win two titles and an Olympic medal. Those are moments and experiences that stay with you, things I never thought would become reality,” he told ‘Sky’. The World Cup in the summer was his last realistic chance to be involved again. By the next tournament (Euro 2028), he would already be 34.
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“I know that age plays a role and was also the deciding factor. Of course, the news itself wasn’t particularly pleasant. Playing for Germany is the greatest experience you can have, especially at tournaments. But knowing where I stand, having had an open conversation with the national team coach, and being able to understand the decision means everything is fine from my side,” Ginter said in a conciliatory tone.
The 32-year-old will therefore be watching Germany’s upcoming internationals from his sofa. This Friday, Germany travel to Serbia before facing the Netherlands in Berlin next Monday.
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