In a recent media interview, Havertz, a core member of the German national soccer team, gave an in-depth review of this summer's unforgettable Euro tour and shared his insights on his own personal growth path.
Talking about the Europa League's last eight, Havertz couldn't hide his loss: "After that game, we sat in the locker room with a very heavy heart. Everyone was convinced that we could go further, but the final result was hard to accept. Seeing the disappointed faces of the fans filled me with regret. But at the same time, we have to be proud of the fighting spirit we showed in the game. We brought our fans a summer full of surprises, and in the future, we are eager to ignite that passion again and bring them more joy."
Talking about the changes in his playing style, Havertz said frankly: "I am a completely different player now compared to when I played in Germany. At that time, I always chose to avoid physical confrontation and tried to avoid shoveling and physical contact. But over time, I've come to realize that these challenges are an integral part of my growth path. Now, I feel that I have become more confident, stronger, and faster. I'm eager to prove to myself week after week that I can maintain this consistent athleticism in future games, and that's what I'm going to try to achieve next."
In addition, Havertz spoke about his recent honor of being named third captain of the German team: "It's both an honor and a responsibility for me to be the third captain of the team. It means that I have to act as a role model both on the pitch and in the locker room, leading my teammates forward together. I understand the importance of this role and will do my best to fulfill it."
