Germany captain Joshua Kimmich expressed satisfaction with his team’s recent 3-1 victory over Serbia, though he noted areas for improvement.
During a post-match interview, the midfielder highlighted the quality of play during the opening period, noting that “we played very well in the first half. It was great football,” according to Yahoo Sports.
Despite the win, Kimmich admitted that the team struggled to maintain its rhythm after the break as the opposition shifted tactics.
The captain explained that “we could have won by more, but we lost a little bit of control in the second half” because Serbia relied heavily on long balls, the outlet reported.
Kimmich maintained that the overall performance remained positive, as Germany largely kept the opponent away from danger throughout the contest.
Addressing concerns regarding his physical health following a collision with Serbia’s Vanja Dragojevic, Kimmich sought to reassure supporters.
He stated clearly that “there are no problems with my ankle, really. Everything is fine,” per the Yahoo Sports report.
The focus for the squad has now shifted entirely toward an upcoming Nations League match against the Netherlands.
Kimmich emphasized the importance of the fixture, describing it as a pivotal moment for the team’s tournament aspirations.
The captain noted that “yes, it’s a final against the Netherlands on Monday. We have to win,” as cited by the source.
A victory in the next match is considered essential for Germany to secure its standing in the competition.
The team is expected to prepare for the showdown with the goal of regaining the control that Kimmich felt was missing during the latter half of the Serbia game.
German officials have not yet released further injury updates, but Kimmich’s comments suggest he is ready for the high-stakes encounter.