Germany Sack Manager Hansi Flick After Humiliating Defeat to Japan

• Germany have parted ways with head coach Hansi Flick
• A 4-1 defeat to Japan in Wolfsburg on Saturday was the straw that finally broke the camel's back
• The vacant position will temporarily be replaced by veteran manager Rudi Völler

Germany manager, Hansi Flick, has been dismissed from his position in the wake of his team's disappointing loss to Japan.

Flick, who assumed the role of head coach for Die Mannschaft in 2021, has been relieved of his responsibilities after the team suffered its fourth defeat in the last five matches.

Despite overseeing the team's training session on Sunday morning, the 58-year-old's departure was confirmed, occurring less than 12 months before Germany hosts Euro 2024, per Fabrizio Romano.

According to sources, the federation's football director, Rudi Völler, will serve as the interim coach, guiding the four-time world champions in an international friendly against France, per Mirror.

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Nevertheless, the DFB is set to engage in internal discussions to appoint a new manager as Germany endeavours to prepare for the Euros and restore stability to their squad.

Flick insists he's the right man for the job

Just hours prior to his dismissal, Hansi Flick expressed unwavering confidence that he was the ideal candidate to guide Germany to Euro 2024, despite the team's disheartening 4-1 defeat by Japan in a friendly match held in Wolfsburg on Saturday.

Speaking to reporters after the game, Flick emphasized his belief in his suitability for the role, stating, "Even if that's difficult to see."

Flick had previously led Germany to a World Cup group exit during the Qatar World Cup, where his team only secured victory in one out of three matches.

Japan pummel Hansi Flick's Germany

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Japan handed a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Germany, the hosts of Euro 2024, adding further pressure on the beleaguered coach Hansi Flick.

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Japan, who had previously contributed to Germany's World Cup group stage elimination with a 2-1 victory in Qatar last year, managed to score twice in each half.

The resounding defeat raises additional doubts about Flick's future, just nine months away from Germany hosting the European Championships.