What injury did Germany captain Joshua Kimmich suffer?

Kimmich suffered an injury to his right ankle and has been ruled out of Germany's World Cup qualifying match against Luxembourg.

Which other Germany players are currently injured or unavailable?

Germany is also missing center-back Nico Schlotterbeck, midfielder Nadiem Amiri, and forward Karim Adeyemi, who is suspended. The team is also without Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Antonio Rudiger, Niclas Fullkrug, and Tim Kleindienst.

When is Kimmich expected to return for Germany?

Kimmich is likely to return for Germany's home match against Slovakia on Monday, according to the report.

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Germany Captain Kimmich Sidelined for World Cup Qualifier

13 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Germany captain Joshua Kimmich ruled out of Luxembourg match
Kimmich suffered ankle injury, likely to return for Slovakia clash
Germany already missing several key players due to injuries

Germany Captain Kimmich Sidelined for World Cup Qualifier

On November 13, 2025, it was announced that Germany captain Joshua Kimmich will miss his team's World Cup qualifying match against Luxembourg on Friday due to an injury to his right ankle. The German Football Association (DFB) issued a statement confirming Kimmich's absence from the upcoming fixture.

The 30-year-old Bayern Munich midfielder is likely to return for Germany's home clash with Slovakia on Monday, according to the report. However, Kimmich's injury is the latest blow to coach Julian Nagelsmann's squad, which is already dealing with several other players sidelined.

Germany will be without center-back Nico Schlotterbeck, midfielder Nadiem Amiri, and forward Karim Adeyemi, who is suspended for the Luxembourg match. The team is also missing key players such as Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Antonio Rudiger, Niclas Fullkrug, and Tim Kleindienst.