Klopp comes out of retirement to lead Germany after 2026 World Cup exit
Drained by Liverpool's relentless club calendar, Klopp sought recovery in a quieter Red Bull role, then Germany's 2026 World Cup exit created an opening.
Klopp left Liverpool after the 2023/24 season, burned out by years of intense club management during which he won the Champions League and two Premier League titles. He then spent time overseeing Red Bull's global football operations.
Germany's penalty loss to Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup ended Nagelsmann's tenure, prompting the DFB to bring Klopp back at 59 for his first international job.
- Round of 32, lost penalties to Paraguay
- Germany's elimination
- 59 years old
- Klopp's age
Why it mattersFor German fans, Klopp's proven Liverpool record makes him a credible rebuild option after a poor 2026 World Cup campaign.
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