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It doesn't make senß! (WM-Qualifikation | F)

Apr 18, 2026 · 1h 13m

Summary

Hosts Noah Placzko, Jana Lange, and Anna Dreher analyze the German women's national team's disappointing 0-0 draw against Austria in World Cup qualifiers. They critique the team's lack of creativity, poor passing accuracy, and inability to break down a deep defense, contrasting this with their earlier 5-1 win. The discussion also covers Janina Minge's red card, the coach's subdued reaction, and concerns about the team's readiness for the upcoming match against Norway.

Topics discussed

Intro: Contrast between 5-1 win and 0-0 draw Welcome and initial reactions to the disappointing 0-0 game Self-criticism and analysis of why the game failed Tactical issues: Lack of plan against low block Player performance: Endemann, Brandt, and midfield struggles Basics: Pass accuracy, fatigue, and lack of verticality Individual analysis: Kett, Mühlhaus, and tactical patterns Comparison to other teams and lack of recognizable patterns Context: Nations League success vs. current struggles Jule Brandt's development and role in the team Summary of problems and need for consistent patterns MVP Awards and memorable moments from the matches Outro, credits, and podcast recommendations
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