As his team prepares for a tough Round of 16 match vs. Denmark, former Bayern Munich coach and current German national team boss Julian Nagelsmann thinks his squad’s side of the EURO 2024 bracket is more challenging than the other half.
“I think on paper the other bracket looks a bit easier. But there are teams in the other bracket that played better than some of the favorites,” said Nagelsmann (as captured by @iMiaSanMia).
Germany being grouped with France, Spain, and Portugal does seem a little extreme, but — as always — it will be one game at a time for Die Mannschaft.
When queried about the expanded format of the EUROs, Nagelsmann said he was a fan because it gave smaller countries a chance to prove themselves on the big stage.
“It’s important for smaller countries to take part in such a big tournament. It’s always interesting. One example is Georgia, they are getting better with every game, it’s incredible. It’s a special tournament and good as it is,” said Nagelsmann.
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