Xavi, Klopp debut as Netherlands draw with Germany on Gakpo goal

Jürgen Klopp's debut as Germany manager ended in a 1-1 draw against the Netherlands in a UEFA Nations League match at the Johan Cruyff Arena on September 24, 2026. Felix Nmecha put Germany ahead in the 32nd minute, but Cody Gakpo equalised with a stoppage-time volley in the 92nd minute to earn the Dutch a point. The game also marked the first match in charge for new Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez, and was marred by controversy over a disallowed Dutch goal and several on-pitch clashes between players.