Bad news for the German team. Nico Schlotterbeck is badly hurt. He has a torn ligament in his ankle. This happened in the game against Ivory Coast.
Schlotterbeck is out for many months. The World Cup is over for him. Coach Julian Nagelsmann feels very sad. Schlotterbeck was a key player in the defense.
The player stays with his team. His ankle is very swollen now. He cannot fly in a plane. He helps the mood in the team.
Nico Schlotterbeck feels very sad. He asks the fans for some time. He wants to process the pain alone. Everyone should support the team now.
The German team is in the next round. They play against Ecuador on Thursday. Then the knock-out phase starts. The next opponent is not clear yet.