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“It’s something special” – Wirtz proud after captaining Germany in win over Serbia

Liverpool star Florian Wirtz wore the captain's armband for Germany for the first time, putting in a standout performance in Thursday's 2-0 win over Serbia.

By Rune Gjerulff · Bulinews

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 9:08 PM

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Florian Wirtz expressed pride after captaining Germany for the first time during a 2-0 win against Serbia.
Wirtz assisted Tom Bischof's opening goal and scored Germany's second goal in the victory.
The Liverpool attacker took over the captain's armband after Serge Gnabry was substituted at halftime.

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Florian Wirtz expressed pride after wearing the captain's armband for Germany for the first time during their 2-0 victory over Serbia on Thursday. The Liverpool star delivered a standout performance, assisting Tom Bischof for the opening goal before scoring himself.

Wirtz took over the captaincy in the second half following the substitution of Serge Gnabry at halftime. The 23-year-old noted that leading the national team was special and looked ahead to Germany's upcoming fixture against Greece on Sunday.

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“It’s something special” – Wirtz proud after captaining Germany in win over Serbia

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