Nagelsmann Before Facing Paraguay: I Have Nothing to Prove to Anyone.. We Must Win

Julian Nagelsmann, the coach of the German national team, confirmed that his focus is entirely on the success of the team and not on proving himself personally, ahead of the match against Paraguay in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup.

During the press conference preceding the match, the coach emphasized that his priority is to create the right atmosphere within the team and prepare the players in the best possible way, saying: "It's all about the team and success. We want to bring the positive atmosphere we experience as a group onto the field. I don't feel that I have anything to prove, except to help my players and prepare them well for the match."

The German coach also denied feeling any personal pressure, adding: "I don't think I have any responsibility to prove myself to anyone."

He spoke about the upcoming opponent, confirming that the Paraguayan team will be a tough test, saying: "They are a very annoying opponent and will demand a lot from us during the match."

In conclusion, he confirmed that winning remains the main goal for the German team, explaining: "When we talk about the national team, it's always about winning and trying to win every match. Handling expectations depends on self-confidence and providing the players with a good plan that makes them feel comfortable and do the right things on the field. If you win, everything becomes perfect, and if you lose, everything becomes bad, so we have to win tomorrow."

The young coach's statements come after Germany's 2-1 loss to Ecuador in the last round of the group stage.