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‘So frustrated and annoyed’ – Denmark boss reveals emotional phone call from Andreas Christensen

Denmark boss Brian Riemer has spoken about how upset Andreas Christensen is to miss out on the team’s upcoming Nations League fixtures. Christensen made his return from injury for Barcelona at the weekend in the win over Atletico Madrid but…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 3:00 PM
‘So frustrated and annoyed’ – Denmark boss reveals emotional phone call from Andreas Christensen
Key Things to Know
  • Andreas Christensen emotionally withdrew from Denmark's squad to focus on his physical recovery with Barcelona.
  • Denmark manager Brian Riemer revealed Christensen called him in tears over missing the Nations League fixtures.
  • Christensen returned from a September thigh injury by playing 30 minutes in Barcelona's 2-1 win against Atletico Madrid.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Denmark head coach Brian Riemer revealed that Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen was deeply emotional and upset after withdrawing from the national squad. Christensen decided against participating in the upcoming Nations League matches against Portugal and Norway to focus on his physical recovery with his club.

The defender recently returned to action, playing 30 minutes in Barcelona's 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid following a thigh injury sustained in September. Riemer expressed full support for Christensen's choice to prioritize rehabilitation with Barcelona's medical staff ahead of future international fixtures in March.

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