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Shkodran Mustafi Retires from Football, Embarks on Coaching Journey with German U-17 Team

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2 years ago

June 26, 2024

Former Arsenal defender and World Cup winner Shkodran Mustafi has retired from professional football and taken up a coaching role.

The ex-German international, who spent last season as a free agent following his departure from Levante, will now serve as the assistant manager for Germany’s Under-17 national team under head coach Marc Meister, starting July 1.

Reflecting on his career transition, Mustafi expressed, “Coaching has been on my mind for a while. It’s unfortunate that my playing days ended sooner than I anticipated, but I’m thrilled about the opportunity ahead.

I look forward to taking my first steps as a coach with the DFB and passing on my experiences from my time with the U15s, U21s, and the senior national team to the young players.”

Mustafi, who was capped 20 times for Germany between 2014 and 2017 and played for Arsenal from 2016 to 2021, will now focus on nurturing the next generation of football talent in his new role.

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‘He Brings a Different Quality’ — Frank Lampard Praises Onyeka

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16 hours ago

February 7, 2026

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Coventry City manager, Frank Lampard, speaks on team player and states how the player’s stance will help the team get into the Premier League.

The player is revealed to be Onyeka who he spoke about in the recent interview.

“He brings a different quality and probably a different profile to the midfield players we have.

“As I say, the profile is slightly different and I think that helps us in terms of the options and the competition in the middle of the park for us.”

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Arteta Confirms Saka’s Recovery, Gives Update on Martin and Jurrien

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2 days ago

February 6, 2026

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Arsenal coach, Mikel Arteta, after their last match, shares an update on the injured team members after their last match.

He shared an update on Saka and stated that he is doing better after going through a hip injury. “His hip is improving a lot. Hopefully, he’ll be ready soon.”

He added about the other team members: “Martin is getting better and will be back in a few days, and Jurrien is fit for the weekend.”

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“We’re Still Waiting” — Alex Iwobi Opens Up on Nigeria’s World Cup Chances

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2 days ago

February 6, 2026

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Super Eagles footballer, Alex Iwobi, speaks on the World Cup and reveals their hope to play in the 2026 World Cup.

He shared that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is hopeful about hearing from them after they submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

“I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.

“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have in your career, a memorable moment. But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been.”