Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has confirmed that winning the 2026 World Cup is the team’s main goal. He made the statement ahead of their first qualifier against Slovakia. Germany will start their Group A qualifying campaign in Bratislava. They will host Northern Ireland on September 7 in Cologne.
Nagelsmann emphasized the importance of setting ambitious goals to motivate the team. “It is healthy to set goals. It is difficult for a team or an individual to go through life without a goal they are working towards,” he said. Despite Germany being eliminated in the group stage in the last two World Cups, he remains confident in his squad.
The coach stressed focusing on the process over immediate results. While Germany is the favorite to advance from Group A, players must concentrate on each game. The team also wants to recover rhythm after defeats to Portugal and France in the Nations League.
Nagelsmann is working to maintain stability and team morale. He wants to reduce moments of doubt and build cohesion. Analysts believe Germany’s mix of experienced stars and young talent gives them a strong chance to dominate qualifiers.
Looking ahead, Germany will rely on strategy, teamwork, and discipline to secure wins. Nagelsmann’s approach encourages resilience and adaptability. Fans hope his leadership will restore Germany’s dominance and set the team on course for success in North America in 2026.
