Key Takeaways
- Germany’s World Cup squad announcement moves from May 12 to May 21
- Training camp in Herzogenaurach now starts May 27 instead of May 25
- Changes allow players from the DFB-Pokal final extra time to recover
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has delayed the unveiling of his World Cup squad by more than a week. The German Football Association confirmed on Tuesday that the selected players will now be named on May 21.
The original date was set for May 12. However, the manager opted for a later schedule to evaluate performances until the Bundesliga campaign finishes. This ensures final decisions reflect complete domestic season data.
Preparations for the tournament have also shifted. The national team’s training camp in Herzogenaurach will now open on May 27. This is two days later than first planned.
The revised timeline accommodates German internationals involved in the DFB-Pokal final. FC Bayern Munich face VfB Stuttgart on May 23, and the delay gives these athletes sufficient recovery before joining the national team setup.