NUMBER 9: Searching for the heir to Müller and Klose, Germany's longing for a centre forward

The Number 9 shirt was a symbol of power, precision, and pride. But since the 2014 World Cup, it’s become a question mark, a reflection of a team still searching for its next great finisher, and perhaps, for its own identity. In this episode, inspired by a feature written by Jochen Tittmar, we turn to Germany, a nation once famed for producing the world’s deadliest strikers. This is Legacy, GOAL’s podcast following the road to the 2026 World Cup. Every week, we explore the stories and legacies that define football’s greatest nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices