Florian Wirtz — forward who has scored for Germany in World Cup warm-ups and friendly matches ahead of 2026 tournament.
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The 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 winGermany 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 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 →