Joshua Kimmich has been appointed captain of the German national team for the 2026 World Cup, marking his first time leading the squad in a major tournament.
The Bayern Munich midfielder will take the armband for the opener against Curaçao as the DFB seeks to reset its public image.
In remarks to Bild ahead of the tournament opener, Kimmich highlighted the squad's emphasis on "heart, will, and togetherness" as they aim to spark renewed national enthusiasm.
The 31-year-old midfielder stated, "Yes, we want to make Germany proud," as he steps into the leadership role for the first time in a major competition.