Germany’s meeting with Serbia brought an unusual captaincy decision, with coach Jurgen Klopp selecting a new wearer of the armband in the absence of Joshua Kimmich.
The German coach was pictured on the touchline during the match, overseeing a side forced to adjust without Kimmich. The identity of the player chosen to take the captain’s band was not specified, but the appointment marked a notable moment for the national team as it reshaped its leadership on the field.
