Nagelsmann: If you win - everything is perfect, if you lose - everything is shit

The German national team will play against Paraguay in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. On the eve of the game, the head coach of "Bundestim" Julian Nagelsmann shared his expectations for the upcoming confrontation. "There are tactical considerations to change something in our game. But there are also considerations to leave everything as it is. I'm not going to reveal anything before the match - you'll see everything yourself. We don't need to make it easier for the coach of the opposing team. I think Paraguay played with confidence in the group stage. Yes, they conceded goals, but they showed what they are capable of in attack. They are very physically strong and awkward opponents. They show themselves through their defensive football, which they play well. Whereas in attack they act very straightforwardly. We have to try to create chances and take them, and we have to be focused in front of the opponent's goal and not lose the ball, exposing ourselves to counter-attacks. If we manage to do all that, I think we can put on a good performance and go to the next round. Now it's all about our team and success. It is necessary to reflect on the field the good atmosphere that reigns in our camp. I don't feel like I have anything to prove to anyone other than helping my players and getting them ready for the game. When it comes to the national team, it is always about victory, or about an attempt to win this victory. And so every match. If you win, everything is perfect, if you lose, everything sucks, so we have to win. This match will be played exclusively for victory on our side. The boys will show their best game. We must be patient. Paraguay is a team that defends well and stays compact. They have good and physically strong players. We need a perfect game tomorrow. We had enough time to prepare well. We all want to play better than against Ecuador," said the German expert. The match between Germany and Paraguay will take place on June 29 at 11:30 p.m.