Nagelsmann's favorite beckons a European Championship ticket: Klinsmann knew it four years ago. VfB Stuttgart left-back celebrated his debut against the French and even received praise from the highest authorities.

Shortly afterwards, despite a blatant mistake, he even shone as a goalscorer against Elftal. The 27-year-old is definitely one of the positive surprises this season. It was only in the summer that he came to Swabia as a relegated player from Hertha BSC.