Two group exits at a FIFA World Cup within four years leave Germany in a shock-like state.

While the 2018 exit in Russia was seen as a coincidental accident, the devastating performance four years later in Qatar revealed profound omissions on several stages; not to speak of the early exit in the last 16-round at the Euro 2020.

Fundamental changes seem inevitable and include talent education and the will to open up to modern football's requirements. Germany's reputation as a football nation suffered enormous damage, reports Xinhua.

The glory of taking the 2014 World Cup trophy in Brazil has vanished, as well as the country's reputation to be a team that always develops a special spirit in major tournaments. German national coach Hansi Flick might have acted unfortunately when it comes to his line-up choice, and the former Bayern coach and 2020 treble winner failed to develop a convincing plan.

But problems go deeper and concern structures in the association.

The future of national team manager Oliver Bierhoff and Flick remains uncertain after a defeat against Japan, a draw against Spain, and a laborious win over Costa Rica. Bayern icon Thomas Muller indicated he might resign as he thanked fans for their support over the past years. Several others such as goalkeeper Manuel Neuer might follow after the teams return to Germany this Friday.

Time seems short to set up a robust team competitive enough to play a successful 2024 Euro hosted by Germany. Since 2014 problems in vital positions such as the full-backs and spearheads became apparent aside from fatal gaps in talent education.

The career of Jamal Musiala might be an example of what went wrong as the Bayern Youngster spoke about his profound education by English clubs and The Three Lions Youth teams.

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