Klinsmann: England Can Win World Cup, Matthaus Feud & Maradona Memories | Stick to Football EP 131
6/4/20261 hr 33 min
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In this episode Jurgen Klinsmann joins Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright to discuss his incredible career, from signing for Tottenham on Alan Sugar’s yacht to facing Diego Maradona and winning the World Cup with Germany.
Klinsmann opens up on his famous rivalry with Lothar Matthaus, explains why Germany always seemed to find a way to beat England in major tournaments, and reveals the lesson that changed his life while playing in Italy.
The former Spurs striker also shares the story behind his iconic dive celebration, reflects on working under Arsène Wenger and Franz Beckenbauer, and gives his verdict on England’s chances at the 2026 World Cup.
Plus, Klinsmann discusses Maradona’s genius, Harry Kane’s move away from Spurs, and the one thing England still need to become world champions.
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00:00 - Intro
03:45 - Jonathan Klinsmann’s recovery
16:00 - Growing up in a bakery
28:30 - Learning life lessons in Italy
39:00 - Why Germany beat England
51:00 - The reality of playing against Maradona
55:00 - Arsène Wenger the educator
01:04:00 - Signing for Spurs on Alan Sugar’s yacht
01:09:00 - The iconic dive celebration
01:14:00 - Teddy Sheringham partnership
01:34:00 - Rebuilding Germany
01:41:00 - World Cup favourites
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First 90 secondsGary Neville· Host0:00
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Gary Neville· Host1:21
Right. We're on... We're recording.
Ian Wright· Panelist1:26
Jürgen, come and sit down, sir.
Gary Neville· Host1:27
He always looks smart.
Jürgen Klinsmann· Guest1:28
Okay.
Roy Keane· Panelist1:28
Mm.
Jürgen Klinsmann· Guest1:29
I saw, I