Germany’s Thomas Muller Reverses Decision to Retire From National Team

Germany’s Thomas Muller Reverses Decision to Retire From National Team

Chukwu Ikechukwu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:22 PM
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  • Thomas Muller has reversed his decision to retire from international football for Germany
  • The Bayern Munich forward decided to remain available for selection should he be needed
  • Muller previously hinted that he had played his last for Germany after the 2022 World Cup

Thomas Muller has made a dramatic turnaround on his decision to retire from the Germany national team, following their disappointing World Cup tournament.

The 33-year-old forward had tendered his resignation from international football after Die Mannschaft crashed out in the group stages of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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Thomas Muller has blamed emotions for his initial decision to retire from the national team after Germany's World Cup heartbreak. Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt.
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According to the Daily Mirror, Muller has now made a U-turn and decided to remain available for selection, should he be called upon for upcoming international fixtures or tournaments.

He admitted that emotions - particularly sadness - had run high after the game.

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"I thought about it and exchanged ideas with Hansi Flick. As long as I'm a professional footballer, I'll always be available for the national team."

In 121 games for Germany, Muller has scored 44 goals and contributed significantly to his country's World Cup triumph in 2014.

Muller is still Nagelsmann’s right-hand

Meanwhile, Bayern Munich manager, Julian Nagelsmann has stated that Muller remains an important player for the Bundesliga champions, SB Nation reports.

The Bavarians' coach reveals the forward's versatility upfront will always come in handy for the team, as he possesses the ability to play in different positions in the attack.

Muller has battled with varying injuries this season, forcing the 33-year-old to miss several games for the reigning German champions and prompting speculation that the club would be willing to cut him loose.

Thomas Müller’s home broken into

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Müller's 33rd birthday was bittersweet, after he fell victim to criminal activities.

The German forward was a part of the Bayern Munich side that beat Barcelona 2-0 in the UEFA Champions League, but returned home to find his house was broken into.

Cash, jewellery and other valuables were stolen from Müller’s home, while he was still in action at the Allianz Arena.

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