Nagelsmann Hands Ouédraogo World Cup Lifeline After Karl Injury Blow
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has called up RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo to replace the injured Lennart Karl in the World Cup squad.
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Assan Ouédraogo Replaces Injured Lennart Karl in Germany’s 2026 World Cup Squad
RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo has received a late call-up to Germany’s World Cup squad after Lennart Karl was ruled out with a muscle injury. The 20-year-old will join Julian Nagelsmann’s side for the tournament in North America.