Gakpo denies Klopp perfect start as Xavi’s Netherlands rescue draw against Germany

Jürgen Klopp had predicted his bow as Germany manager could be wild, a trait he would accept as long as his team looked lively. He got both in a strange, frayed and at times alarmingly pinball-like game that ended with a dramatic Netherlands equaliser and mounting injury worries....

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First reported by: The Guardian
Original source: The Guardian 24 Sept
Last updated: 39d ago

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24 Sept
22:39
The GuardianCorroborating
At least Germany can be sure it will not be dull.
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24 Sept
20:59
The GuardianOriginal
Jürgen Klopp had predicted his bow as Germany manager could be wild, a trait he would accept as long as his team looked lively.
www.theguardian.com

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