Germany’s search for a reliable right-back has been a recurring topic, but Philipp Treu gave the national team plenty to like in his first senior international appearance against the Netherlands. The Freiburg defender started at right-back in Germany’s 1-1 draw…
Freiburg defender Philipp Treu impressed on his senior international debut for Germany during a 1-1 draw against the Netherlands on Thursday. Starting at right-back, the 25-year-old earned widespread praise for his energy and work rate down the flank, addressing a recurring position of need for the national team.
Following the match, Bayern Munich center-back Jonathan Tah lauded Treu's performance, calling his effort up and down the touchline excellent. Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp had previously highlighted the defender's endurance, though VfB Stuttgart's Josha Vagnoman remains an alternative option for Sunday's fixture against Greece.
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