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Olaf Lange Takes Helm of German Women's National Team Ahead of Home World Cup
Olaf Lange is appointed as the head coach of the Germany womens national football team, aiming for success at next years FIFA World Cup hosted in Germany.
- Olaf Lange (basketball), a former assistant coach for the New York Liberty, has taken over as head coach of the Germany womens national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
- The 53-year-old Berlin native previously coached the Germany womens national football team from 2001 to 2003 and now reunites with Liberty players Leonie Fiebich and Nyara Sabally.
- Germany, hosting the FIFA World Cup next year, features standout players like Phoenix Mercury star Satou Sabally on their roster as they prepare for the tournament.
Why It Matters
The appointment of Olaf Lange as head coach underscores Germanys commitment to building a competitive squad for the FIFA World Cup, which could enhance the visibility and growth of womens football in the country.