DW · Jun 6, 2026 21:17 UTC

Germany beat USA before World Cup but injuries cast shadow

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Germany beat USA before World Cup but injuries cast shadow

Summary

Germany’s final match before their World Cup start ended with a 2-1 win. But a tournament-ending injury to rising star Lennart Karl and doubts about veteran Manuel Neuer mean coach Julian Nagelsmann has work to do.

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