Baku: It feels great to be back in the German team; Raum and Kimmich are my role models

Hupu November 11 News The German national team is facing two crucial World Cup qualifying matches. The team will first play away to Luxembourg, and then face Slovakia at home. If they win two games in a row, the German team will directly qualify for the 2026 World Cup. International player Riedel Baku from Leipzig was interviewed in Wolfsburg, where the team is based, and talked about his role and mentality in the national team.

On returning to the national team

"It feels great to be selected for the national team again, especially playing in Leipzig. We want to perform well and try our best to win. It is great to be back. For me, the most important thing is to focus on myself. If you perform well at the club, it will be easier to enter the national team. My experience at Wolfsburg It's not an easy time, but that's part of growing up, and I've learned a lot. After joining Leipzig, I'm very happy with the current situation and happy to contribute to the national team."

About the full-back position

"This is one of the most difficult positions on the field, both offensively and defensively, and requires a lot of passing ability. Therefore, not everyone can play this position well. Competition can make the overall quality higher. "

About Laum

"I have known him for a long time and know that he has excellent footwork, especially in passing. After observing his growth process, I found that he has not only improved in terms of skills, but also matured a lot in personality, becoming a player who can lead the team. A cohesive captain, this is something to be proud of."

About rival Kimmich

"I try to learn from him and learn everything I can. I won't put too much pressure on myself. The most important thing is to help the team perform well when I play."