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Klose angry after defeat: We have to make better use of opportunities!”
Miroslav Klose criticizes the performance of 1. FC Nürnberg after the defeat against Darmstadt and is planning squad changes.
Klose angry after defeat: We have to make better use of opportunities!”
Coach Miroslav Klose has had his first year at 1. FC Nürnberg and has been through a lot along the way. The former 2014 World Cup winner, who remains on the sidelines at the age of 47 as of August 10, 2025, has experienced both ups and downs. After a challenging start to last season, Klose has gradually consolidated his coaching career and established himself as a crowd favorite. So reported BR about the wave of euphoria that his signing triggered while the club was temporarily sniffing around the promotion places.
However, the path remains rocky. After a disappointing 0-1 defeat against Darmstadt, Klose stressed that the team was unable to take advantage of their best chances. The strikers in particular often seemed to be not involved enough in the game, which visibly frustrated him. “I can still manage that at 50 years old,” he said self-ironicly when he criticized the lack of coordination in the running routes and passes Picture reported. Klose sees potential in his players, but emphasizes that a lot of work is still needed to improve performance.
On the way to strengthened offensive power
Last season, the offensive was a central theme for the FCN. Sports director Joti Chatzialexiou has already signed four strikers: Biron, Stepanov, Telalovic and Maboulou. Nevertheless, the team lacked penetration, which was also made clear by the lack of goals. Klose was particularly critical of loanee Artem Stepanov, noting that Telalovic was better but couldn't establish himself. It remains to be seen whether targeted reinforcements in the storm are the solution.
Klose is not only responsible for refining tactics, but also for promoting young talent. Players like Jens Castrop and Caspar Jander have made progress under his wing. It was an ambitious goal to reach a single-digit place in the table, but in the end the club ended up in tenth place and lost a total of 28 points after leading, which put a lot of strain on the team. The season goal for the coming season therefore remains clear: seventh place or better.
The fans gained hope when FCN seemed to be in the promotion race in the second half of the season. A change in tactics towards a back three brought stability, but there is still a lot to do. A small upheaval is imminent: Klose has to replace all four new strikers, while only Jander remains among the talents. Discussions to strengthen the squad are underway and Klose is trying to give the team new impetus. The declared goal: a return to offensive strength.
Klose is looking forward to the coming season with a mixture of determination and optimism. He plans to effectively pass on the knowledge he has acquired in his career as a player and now as a coach. It remains to be seen whether it will be possible to showcase the strikers and make better use of the opportunities - what is certain is that the entire club family is behind Klose and supports him as he continues to work on his vision for 1. FC Nürnberg on the pitch.