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Aleksandar Pavlovic can't join the German national team as scheduled for the opening game against Scotland in the European Championship. The young midfielder can't make it to the training camp in Herzogenaurach because of an infection.
The German Football Association confirmed that Pavlovic hasn't joined the other 24 players for team preparations on Monday. Coach Julian Nagelsmann was initially set to work with a squad of 26 players. However, after initial practice sessions, he was only joined by 25.
Public training sessions began on Monday with an audience of 4,000 spectators at the Adi-Dassler Stadium.
It's a challenging time for Pavlovic, as he already missed a possible national team debut in March due to a previous inflammation. He even played his maiden international match against Ukraine during the European Championship practice games (0:0).
Considering undergoing surgery
After the media day, Pavlovic commented on his future plans and shared that he was contemplating undergoing a mandibular surgical procedure after the Euros due to regular recurrences of his condition.
Pavlovic's rookie season with Bayern Munich in the defensive midfield was impressive, and football fans were excited to see him on the German team. Nagelsmann favored Pavlovic over the seasoned clubmate Leon Goretzka for the EM squad.
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Despite his impressive performance with Bayern Munich, Aleksandar Pavlović won't be part of the German national team in their opening game against Scotland at the European Football Championship in Bavaria, as he's currently battling an infection. The German Football Association (DFB) announced that Pavlović was unable to join the 26-player training squad initially assembled by coach Julian Nagelsmann, leaving them with only 25 players.
Scotland isn't the only European nation Pavlović missed an opportunity to face, as he also sat out a potential debut against Ukraine due to a previous inflammation in March. Despite his predicament, Pavlović expressed his intention to undergo a mandibular surgical procedure after the tournament to address his condition's regular recurrences.
The news is a blow to soccer fans eager to witness Pavlović's talents at the European Championship, as coaches and spectators alike recognized his potential. In his rookie season at Bayern Munich, Pavlović garnered favorable attention in the defensive midfield, even earning the selection over seasoned clubmate Leon Goretzka for the EM squad.
As Pavlović recovers from his infection and prepares for his surgery following the tournament, the German team carries on with their preparations, determined to make a strong showing in the European Championship.
Pavlović's absence is not the only hurdle the German national team has had to navigate - historically, the country's national teams have been known for their exceptional performances at major soccer tournaments, including the European Championships.
In the shadow of the prevalent effects of the COVID-19 infection on sports events, the European Championship promises to be a showcase of resilience, endurance, and exceptional skill from top European football teams like Scotland and Germany.
