Jürgen Klopp Sends Message to Germany Fans Ahead of First Stint of Matches as Manager

Jürgen Klopp has addressed Germany supporters around the world ahead of his first competitive matches as national team manager, describing himself as “the new one” and thanking fans for their support as he prepares to begin a new era with Die Mannschaft.

Klopp Begins a New Chapter With Germany

Jürgen Klopp is preparing to take charge of Germany for the first time in a competitive match, bringing an entirely new chapter of his coaching career into focus.

The former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager was appointed Germany head coach in July and officially began his role in August, succeeding Julian Nagelsmann. His first competitive assignment comes against the Netherlands in Amsterdam on 24 September in the UEFA Nations League.

For Klopp, the opening fixtures represent his first opportunity to translate his ideas into competitive international football after more than two years away from club management.

A Direct Message to Germany Supporters

Ahead of the opening Nations League fixture, Klopp released a video message aimed at Germany supporters at home and around the world.

Introducing himself as “the new one”, Klopp thanked supporters for following and backing the national team from different parts of the world. He also expressed his desire to meet supporters inside Germany's stadiums during his tenure.

The message reflected the approachable style that has become closely associated with Klopp throughout his managerial career, while also acknowledging the importance of rebuilding a connection between the national team and its supporters.

Four Nations League Matches to Set the Tone

Klopp's first international assignment is unusually busy, with Germany scheduled to play four Nations League matches across two international weekends.

Germany will face the Netherlands away on 24 September before hosting Greece in Augsburg three days later. The second group of fixtures will see Germany play Serbia in Munich on 1 October before travelling to Thessaloniki to face Greece again on 4 October.

Rather than relying on one settled group, Klopp has selected 44 players across two squads. The approach gives him an opportunity to assess a wider group of players while also managing the demands of four matches in a short period.

A Fresh Look at the Germany Squad

Klopp has already indicated that he wants to take a broad look at the players available to him.

When he was unveiled as Germany manager, he said he had been monitoring a large group of players and made clear that the door would remain open to those capable of making an impression. The DFB subsequently confirmed that his first squad included 44 players across the four Nations League fixtures.

That approach has created opportunities for players who may not previously have been regular members of the senior national team, while established names such as Marc-André ter Stegen and Serge Gnabry have also been included.

Klopp Wants Germany to Play With Greater Intensity

The new manager has also outlined a clear footballing philosophy for the national team.

Klopp has spoken about the need for Germany to work harder, play with greater intensity and develop a recognisable identity. Counter-pressing and a solid structure are expected to form important parts of his approach, while he has also suggested that attacking players operating in wide areas will have an important role.

However, Klopp has also stressed that immediate transformation should not be expected. He has called for patience while he works with the players and develops the team.

Supporters Have a Role in the New Era

Klopp's message to Germany fans goes beyond a simple introduction.

He has repeatedly spoken about the relationship between the national team and its supporters, arguing that football can bring people together and that playing for Germany should once again feel special.

His first matches will therefore provide an early indication of how his ideas translate onto the pitch, but they will also begin the process of establishing the relationship he wants with German football supporters.

Germany enter this new era following a disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign, making Klopp's appointment particularly significant for a national team seeking a fresh direction. The opening Nations League fixtures will provide the first competitive setting in which his players can begin putting that new approach into practice.

For Klopp, the immediate objective is to start the process rather than attempt to solve every issue at once. As the Germany era begins, his message to the supporters is clear: he wants them to come on the journey with the team.