Germany's forward Lennart Karl has been sidelined from the 2026 World Cup due to a thigh injury sustained during training. The 18-year-old, who played a key role in Bayern Munich's Bundesliga victory last season, will be replaced by Assan Ouedraogo from RB Leipzig.
With Karl's absence, watch how Ouedraogo adapts to the pressure of international play. Germany's depth will be tested in their opener against Curacao, and fans should monitor how the team adjusts their strategy without Karl's creativity on the field.