Nadiem Amiri addressed his exclusion from Germany’s latest national team squad following Mainz 05’s 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. The match featured a dramatic late sequence where Mainz appeared to equalize shortly before halftime, only for the goal to be disallowed for offside. Amiri acknowledged the frustration of the moment, stating, “We thought the goal counted. The referee had already given it. But, well, offside is offside,” while emphasizing that the disallowed strike did not define the team’s overall effort.
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Despite the final scoreline, the midfielder expressed satisfaction with his side’s tactical execution against the league leaders. Amiri noted that the team’s resilience and ability to compete with Bayern, even in defeat, provided a positive foundation for future campaigns. “We did well. I don’t come away from this game with a bad feeling, and that’s something we can build on,” he explained, highlighting the squad’s determination to maintain high standards regardless of the result.
Regarding his absence from the German national team, Amiri displayed professionalism, choosing to focus on his immediate club duties rather than dwelling on the snub. He indicated that the upcoming international break will allow him to recover fully from the physical demands of the season. By prioritizing rest and rehabilitation, Amiri aims to return to the pitch refreshed, ready to contribute to Mainz’s continued push in the Bundesliga standings.
Source: Yahoo Sports
