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Podolski Backs Young Gun Karl for Germany
3 Apr
Summary
- Podolski, a World Cup winner, backs young Lennart Karl.
- He believes performance and character matter over age.
- Karl impresses for Bayern Munich and the German national team.
Lukas Podolski, a celebrated 2014 World Cup winner for Germany, has commented on the emergence of young talent Lennart Karl. Podolski supports Karl playing for the national team at a young age, stating that performance and character are the key factors for inclusion, not age.
He believes that Karl's playful wit and positive contributions make him a valuable asset. Podolski's endorsement aligns with the current positive narrative surrounding the Bayern Munich attacker. Karl has shown he can handle the demands of playing with the senior team during recent friendlies.
Although Karl did not score in his brief appearances, he is recognized as an 'X-factor' for both his club and country. His potential to play a more significant role in upcoming tournaments like the World Cup is noted, despite some older critics' reservations.
