“Jonas Urbig is being called up by Julian Nagelsmann for the first time,”
Urbig’s call-up comes after he played a starring role in Bayern Munich’s recent 4-1 victory over Atalanta in the Champions League, where he made seven total saves, including six inside the box. His distribution and reflexes were particularly highlighted during the match, showcasing his readiness for the national team.
Germany’s coach, Julian Nagelsmann, has indicated that the squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Switzerland and Ghana in March will closely resemble that at the FIFA World Cup this June and July. “Urbig’s presence would push FC Augsburg goalkeeper Finn Dahmen to standby duty for the March session,”
The Germany national team will play Switzerland on March 21 at 8:45 PM CET and Ghana on March 26 at 8:45 PM CEST, as they prepare for their next World Cup match against Curaçao on June 14.
Urbig has previously represented Germany at the U21 level, and his rise to the senior team reflects his growing reputation in European football. With 26 players included in the squad for March, Urbig’s inclusion is a clear signal of confidence from the coaching staff.
As the national team gears up for these friendlies, the spotlight will be on Urbig to see if he can translate his club success to the international stage. His performance in these matches could be pivotal in securing his place for the World Cup.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further developments in the squad as the friendlies approach, but Urbig’s call-up is certainly a topic of excitement among fans and analysts alike.