Florian Wirtz — Germany winger/forward, scored twice against Switzerland and contributed a goal in Liverpool's win over Newcastle.
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The Namibian
Florian Wirtz found the net for Germany against Serbia
“Liverpool's Florian Wirtz and Bayern Munich's Tom Bischof both found the net as a youthful Germany made short work of a lacklustre Serbia team in Munich.”
Klopp averts crisis with first win as Germany bossThe Namibian
Florian Wirtz scored to put Liverpool ahead
“Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz put the Reds ahead, but like against Leeds last week in Chicago — when Liverpool were two goals up but lost 4-2 — they were unable to preserve their lead.”
Iraola’s first Anfield match as Liverpool manager ends in Monaco defeatThe Namibian
Florian Wirtz got on the scoresheet
“Jamal Musiala, playing his first Germany match since March 2025 after missing much of the season with a broken leg, scored on his return, while Florian Wirtz also got on the scoresheet.”
Undav eases Germany past Finland in World Cup tune upThe Namibian
Florian Wirtz struggled with the transition to the Premier League after £100 million move
“British transfer record signing Alexander Isak was beset by fitness problems, while Florian Wirtz struggled with the transition to the Premier League after a £100 million move from Bayer Leverkusen.”
Liverpool sack Slot, Iraola in line to take overThe Namibian
Florian Wirtz is extravagant youthful talent spearheading Germany's upturn
“Since 38-year-old Nagelsmann took over Germany two years ago, he has overseen an upturn in their fortunes, spearheaded by extravagant youthful talents such as Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala, as well as experienced stalwarts like Joshua Kimmich and Antonio Rudiger.”
Germany enter World Cup Group E with score to settleThe Namibian
Florian Wirtz starred with two stunning goals and two assists
“Florian Wirtz starred for Germany with two stunning goals and two assists as Germany edged neighbours Switzerland 4-3 in a breathless friendly in Basel on Friday.”
Wirtz steals show as Germany win thriller in SwitzerlandThe Namibian
Florian Wirtz continued his fine goalscoring form in the second half
“Wirtz continued his fine goalscoring form in the second half before an emotional Ibrahima Konate rounded off the scoring.”
Ekitike, Wirtz give Liverpool sight of bright future in Newcastle winJurgen Klopp secured his first win as Germany manager with a 2-0 victory over Serbia in UEFA Nations League play, easing pressure after an opening draw with the Netherlands and a loss to Greece. The team fielded an entirely new starting eleven, including three debutants.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Jurgen Klopp secured his first win as Germany manager with a 2-0 victory over Serbia in UEFA Nations League play, easing pressure after an opening draw with the Netherlands and a loss to Greece. The team fielded an entirely new starting eleven, including three debutants.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Alexander Isak scored twice in the opening 10 minutes to give Liverpool a 2-0 victory over Ipswich on Friday, the club's first win under new manager Andoni Iraola. The result lifts Liverpool to fifth in the table and maintains an unbeaten start for the new manager.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
France winger Bradley Barcola has joined Liverpool from Paris Saint-Germain for a reported £124 million, making him the club's second-most expensive signing after Alexander Isak. The 23-year-old is Liverpool's third forward costing over £100 million in two years.
31 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Andoni Iraola's first Anfield match as Liverpool manager ended in a 3-2 friendly defeat by Monaco on Sunday after Liverpool squandered a two-goal lead, with Paris Brunner heading in a late winner. Iraola made 11 changes in the second half and gave a first Liverpool appearance to new signing Victor Munoz, while captain Virgil van Dijk, goalkeeper Alisson Becker, and winger Cody Gakpo all made their first appearances since the World Cup.
9 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool defeated Wrexham 1-0 in a pre-season friendly at Yankee Stadium in New York, with teenage forward Rio Ngumoha scoring in the 75th minute. The victory was Liverpool's second under new manager Andoni Iraola.
30 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been appointed Germany coach, tasked with rebuilding the struggling European side after predecessor Julian Nagelsmann resigned following a disappointing last-32 defeat at the World Cup. Klopp's contract runs until summer 2030.
24 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Germany lost 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay following a 1-1 draw in the World Cup last 32, marking Germany's first-ever penalty shootout loss at a World Cup. Paraguay advanced with the win, though they may face France in the next round.
30 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Germany won their first opening match at a World Cup since 2014, defeating Curacao 7-1 in their Group E opener in Houston. After Curacao equalized early, Germany scored six more goals to secure victory.
14 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Deniz Undav scored twice and assisted another goal as Germany defeated Finland 4-0 in Mainz in their final home warm-up before the World Cup. Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz also scored, with Undav substituted after sustaining an injury.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday after the club finished fifth in the Premier League, 25 points behind champions Arsenal, despite spending nearly £450 million on new players. Outgoing Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is reportedly set to take over at Anfield.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Germany, four-time champions seeking to break their recent World Cup struggles after failing to advance from the group stage in both 2018 and 2022, will face Ivory Coast, Ecuador, and Curaçao in Group E at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
28 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Four-time champions Germany will compete in Group E at the 2026 World Cup alongside 2023 Africa Cup of Nations champions Ivory Coast, Ecuador, and World Cup debutants Curacao, seeking to escape group-stage elimination after failing to advance in the last two tournaments.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2026 World Cup has attracted leading coaches to international positions, including Thomas Tuchel to England and Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil, reversing international football's typical struggles to compete with club football for top talent.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Aston Villa defeated Liverpool 4–2 on Friday to secure Champions League qualification, with Ollie Watkins scoring twice. Liverpool slip to fifth place, four points ahead of Bournemouth with two games remaining, raising questions about manager Arne Slot's future.
16 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Eberechi Eze's early goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over Newcastle on Saturday to return to the top of the Premier League, while Tottenham won 1-0 against Wolves for their first victory in 2026 under new head coach Roberto De Zerbi, easing relegation pressure in a tight battle at the table's bottom.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Germany defeated Ghana 2-1 in a Stuttgart friendly on Monday, with Deniz Undav's 88th-minute goal securing victory after Kai Havertz had opened the scoring from a penalty. The hosts dominated possession but Ghana equalized through a counter-attack before Undav's late winner.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Florian Wirtz scored twice and set up two goals as Germany defeated Switzerland 4-3 in a friendly match in Basel, with the hosts twice taking the lead before Germany came from behind to win.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Germany's coach Julian Nagelsmann says the team's collective strength rather than individual talent will be key to their World Cup prospects, with a squad built on form and cohesion rather than reputation. Captain Joshua Kimmich and midfielder Kai Havertz highlighted how Bayern Munich's seven representatives bring "automatisms" and team spirit crucial to tournament success.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool beat Wolves 3-1 on Friday to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals, avenging a Premier League loss three days earlier with goals from Andrew Robertson, Mohamed Salah, and Curtis Jones. The victory comes as Liverpool languish in sixth place in the Premier League and pursue the FA Cup and Champions League as remaining paths to silverware this season.
7 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool ended a five-game winless streak in the Premier League with a 4-1 victory over Newcastle, with Hugo Ekitike scoring twice and Florian Wirtz adding a goal to lift the English champions back to fifth place.
1 February 2026 · The Namibian →