German European Championship sensation Musiala draws jealousy from English media
*The German football team securing an early spot in the knockout stage of the EM tourney, having defeated Hungary 2:0 (1:0). International media laud the team, terming them as capable of winning even without their best. However, a tinge of envy is also apparent. Two players, specifically, find themselves at the center of attention. In Hungary, they discuss a "tough fight".
Daily Mail: "It's hard not to think twice about every Germany game at this tournament. One, that they are becoming top contenders, and the other, the mystery behind the individual who granted Jamal Musiala to leave English football. What a phenomenal player, and what a regret for England to taste the sour fruits of their own success, as this connection with his homeland ended with the U21."
BBC: "This may not have been the fluid performance they displayed in their initial game, but it was surely a strong one, especially during the group stage. And in the 21-year-old Musiala, Germany has one of its standout talents – the question on everyone's lips is, just how far can they take him?"
Times: "Steadily hypnotizing the public back into their trance. Germany plays well, scores numerous goals, brings joy to their cheerful and energetic fans, and stands nonchalantly already in the round of 16."
France
L'Équipe: "Germany defeats Hungary, advancing to the round of 16 in the EM. The hosts possess a wealth of resources in midfield to conquer a technically limited opponent."
RMC Sport: "The Germans shine with mediocrity yet remain undefeated, being the first to qualify for the round of 16. Germany faced pressure from Hungary, but they ensured the vital thing: qualification for the round of 16."
Italy
La Gazzetta dello Sport: "Musiala and Gündogan put Hungary in their place: A beautiful Germany secures a spot in the round of 16. The Germans win easily following their 5:1 victory against Scotland. There's still no indication for the Italian coach Marco Rossi's team, which remains scoreless."
Corriere dello Sport: "Germany earns full points and theoretically qualifies for the round of 16. A grand celebration in Stuttgart, where the German team affirms their impressive performance from the opening game."
Le Repubblica: "Germany plays well, scores many goals, brings joy to their enthusiastic and boisterous fans, and stands nonchalantly in the round of 16. Hungary had a better showing due to conceding only two goals. However, they leave an impression that Germany has not yet fully utilized their potential. It's true, they faced weak opponents. But there is only a slim chance that these two convincing victories were hollow."
Spain
Marca: "Germany without 'the cog' still manages to win. A harder-than-anticipated victory for the hosts... (...) Scotland and Hungary are no match for the host's chances in the tournament. However, the ticket to the round of 16 was almost won without apparent effort, which demands a touch of respect from the other favorites."
AS: "Gündogan to the round of 16. A goal and an assist from the midfielder of FC Barcelona were enough to defeat Hungary and secure an early pass to the next round. It was more challenging than the game against Scotland the previous week. But their stars have been putting in a lot of effort lately."
Mundo Deportivo: "FC Barcelona's Ilkay Gündogan shone on Wednesday with a goal and an assist for the hosts, Germany against Hungary. Gündogan, who led the team and was named MVP of the match, hopes that this will be his big moment with his national team."
Hungary
index.hu: "We lost despite a disputed goal (offside) from us in a big battle against Germany, who hosted the EM."
nemzetisport.hu: "We reached offside goal and scoring opportunities, but the talented Hungarian team also lost to the Germans. Musiala and Gündogan scored the goals, but Neuer was also amongst the best of the home team, which advanced to the last 16."
telex.hu: "Despite significant improvement, the Hungarian team fell short against a more skilled German opponent, who won 2:0."
444.hu: "Finally, the team showed some fight. In terms of atmosphere and play, the Hungary vs Germany match was a better showing than Hungary vs Switzerland."
Switzerland
Blick: "Shaky at first, then dominating - Germany advances to the last 16!"
Tagesanzeiger: "Defensive issues, offensive efficiency"
Luzerner Zeitung: "The summer dream unfolds: Germany advances to the last 16 after winning 2:0 (1:0) in their second EM game at home."
Austria
Krone: "The party starts here! Hosts Germany advance to the last 16."
Der Standard: "There was no confusion this time around. The DFB team won against Hungary with 2:0 in their pink alternate jerseys, which have been extremely successful in sales."
Read also:
- Despite the envy and criticism from English media, Ilkay Gündogan and Jamal Musiala led Germany's midfield, contributing to their 2:0 win against Hungary.
- The powerful display from the German national soccer team in the European Football Championship 2024 has raised questions about how far they can take their standout talent, Jamal Musiala.
- In the European Championship, Manuel Neuer proved to be one of the best goalkeepers, despite Hungary's offensive efforts to upset the German team.
- With a phenomenal performance in the European Championship 2024, Julian Nagelsmann's German team is highly expected to perform well in the upcoming Round of 16, boasting stars like Musiala and Gündogan.
