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Germany’s search for a true No. 9 puts Havertz back in the spotlight
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Kai Havertz has become Julian Nagelsmann’s main striker option for Germany at the 2026 World Cup. He scored twice in a 7-1 win over Curaçao after a season disrupted by injuries at Arsenal, and now faces pressure to justify Germany’s faith in him.
- 01Germany still lacks a clear classic No. 9 at the 2026 World Cup.
- 02Kai Havertz scored twice in a 7-1 opening win over Curaçao in Houston.
- 03Julian Nagelsmann chose Havertz over Deniz Undav and Nick Woltemade.
- 04Havertz missed about four months at Arsenal and played under 1,000 club minutes.
- 05Thomas Müller called Havertz a key player and wanted him on the pitch constantly.
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