Joshua Kimmich has been appointed as the new captain of the German national football team by coach Julian Nagelsmann, succeeding Ilkay Gundogan who retired after Euro 2024. Kimmich, who has 91 caps, has previously served as vice-captain and is praised for his leadership and relentless drive. Alongside Kimmich, Real Madrid’s Antonio Rudiger and Arsenal’s Kai Havertz have been named vice-captains. This leadership change comes as Germany prepares for their upcoming Nations League matches against Hungary and the Netherlands. The team is in a rebuilding phase following the retirement of key players like Gundogan, Manuel Neuer, Thomas Müller, and Toni Kroos. The new leadership aims to guide Germany through the Nations League and towards the 2026 World Cup.