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Nagelsmann Clarifies Comments on Northern Ireland

Julian Nagelsmann says he did not mean to be "disrespectful" to Northern Ireland with his previous comments.

Germany's coach described Northern Ireland's playing style as having a "special way" after their meeting in Cologne, where he initially stated they were "not brilliant to watch" and played "a lot of long balls".

They have a "special way" of playing.

Nagelsmann's Germany will face Northern Ireland in Belfast on Monday, following a 3-1 win in the reverse fixture last month.

Author's summary: Nagelsmann clarifies his comments on Northern Ireland's playing style.

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