Deniz Undav defends DFB nomination after a cup victory with Stuttgart

Deniz Undav defends DFB nomination after a cup victory with Stuttgart

After an emotional DFB Cup victory with VfB Stuttgart, which was achieved on May 25, 2025 by a 4: 2 against Arminia Bielefeld, Deniz Undav commented on his nomination for the national football team. The 28-year-old offensive player defended his calling for the Nations League final tournament, even if Jonathan Burkardt was considered a more likely candidate. \ “I am aware that the decision is controversial, but I am ready to give everything \”, said Undav.

his appearance in the cup final, in which he contributed significantly to success with a goal and a committed performance, strengthened his position in the national team. Undav commented on the criticized Burkardt and emphasized that he recognized the criticism of his nomination. However, national coach Julian Nagelsmann has confidence in Undav's versatility because he can play on both the ten and in the storm series. \ “I will do my best to win another title in the DFB jersey, \“ so undav.

preparation for the Nations League

The German national team meets to prepare for the semi -finals of the Nations League in Herzogenaurach next Friday. This game will take place on June 4 in Munich against Portugal. With a victory, Germany could compete on June 8 in the final against the winner of the game between Spain and France. The semi -final losers will play for third place in Stuttgart. Nagelsmann faces the opportunity to win his first title with the national team after he has appointed Undav and other players to the long list of A-squad.

In terms of Undave, it was a return to form after scoring two goals in the last five season games and giving two templates. Before that, he was part of the squad during the European Championships. At Vicente del Bosques systematic selection process, Nagelsmann put on Undav to overcome his team's gap.

Stuttgart triumph in the DFB Cup

The DFB Cup victory is of great importance for VfB Stuttgart, as this is the first title win since the 2007 championship. With this success, Stuttgart has also qualified for the upcoming Europa League season. In the cup game, Angelo Stiller was instrumental in the triumph after he had returned after surviving ligament injury. Stiller was involved in the first three goals, including Undav's goal, and made a decisive contribution to winning the title.

After the game, Stuttgart Coach Sebastian Hoeneß was satisfied with the performance of his team, while players like Maximilian Mittelstädt the victory as \ “a dream that became true \”. Despite the defeat, Arminia Bielefeld can proudly look back on her season after defeating four Bundesliga clubs in her cup path.

On June 4, it will be shown whether Undav and his teammates can continue their successful series in the semi -finals of the Nations League. Germany is determined to win the title, and Undav will do everything possible to strengthen its influence in the DFB jersey and possibly win another title with the national team.