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Klopp and Tah cause laughter at DFB press conference

Jürgen Klopp and Jonathan Tah created a moment of levity at the German national football team's press conference before the match against Greece. Their comments hinted at a possible internal bet.

26 September 2026
Klopp and Tah cause laughter at DFB press conference

Jürgen Klopp, head coach of the German national football team, caused an unexpected moment of amusement during a press conference held ahead of the upcoming match against Greece. Although the event was concluding, Klopp returned to the podium to make a joke about his hair and the team's performance.

"If the lads don't perform tomorrow, my secret bald spots will return," Klopp said laughingly, apparently alluding to an internal team agreement. Defender Jonathan Tah, seated next to Klopp, could not contain his laughter. The precise reason for this comment remained unclear initially.

Later, Tah himself provided a further hint. He inquired of the DFB press officer if "pig ears" – a pastry from North Rhine-Westphalia – were available in Munich. He added with a grin that he might eat a few. This question also seemed to be part of a prior arrangement.

When a reporter asked if a bet had been lost, Tah merely grinned and did not answer, leaving the speculation open. The focus, however, has now shifted to the sporting objectives: Klopp's home debut against Greece in Augsburg. The team will travel to the match venue only on the day of the game, and several player changes have been made due to injuries.

Original source: fr.de