Musiala: The Entire German Team is in Great Spirits, Wirtz and I Work Well Together

German international Jamal Musiala is relishing playing alongside his 23-year-old teammate Florian Wirtz for the national football team.

“I think Flo and I play really well together,” the Bayern Munich talent stated in an interview with 'Bild'. He added that the same applies to his teammates Kai Havertz, Leroy Sané, Felix Nmecha, and Aleksandar Pavlovic.

“The whole team is in great spirits. No matter what position I play, I can combine with anyone. But it’s true that Flo and I work very well together on the pitch; we can even swap positions from time to time. It’s just a lot of fun to have this relaxed atmosphere and freedom on the field,” Musiala commented.

The two young footballers have long been considered future hopes for the German national team after a disappointing decade for the country, following their 2014 World Cup triumph.

So far in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup, Germany has secured a convincing 7-1 victory over Curaçao and a dramatic 2-1 comeback win against Ivory Coast. The team, led by coach Julian Nagelsmann, faces Ecuador in New Jersey on Thursday in their final group stage match, having already secured first place in the group.

Musiala and Wirtz have made an encouraging start to the World Championship. “We want to show what we are capable of in this tournament. That’s what I strive for every day,” Jamal Musiala added.

After recovering from a leg fracture sustained at the 2025 Club World Cup, Musiala stated that he knew he had to “remain patient.” “Especially after my injury, I need to be patient. But I also know that I have the qualities to one day achieve the high goals I’ve set for myself. However, I don’t put pressure on myself when it comes to individual trophies,” he explained.

Regarding another national team colleague, Deniz Undav, Musiala revealed the curious detail that the Stuttgart forward is addicted to extremely spicy sauces: “That’s not for me – I don’t like having stomach problems.” The Bayern talent also praised his idol Lionel Messi and coach Julian Nagelsmann.