Joachim Löw, the former head coach of the German national football team, has expressed a potential return to coaching, focusing primarily on positions within national teams. At nearly 65 years of age, just days shy of his birthday on February 3, Löw sees the upcoming FIFA World Cup in 2026—set to take place across Canada, the USA, and Mexico—as his most immediate goal for staging a comeback.
According to SPORT BILD, Löw indicated, "If I can draw on anything, it's the vast experience I have at tournaments." Throughout his coaching career, Löw has led Germany through four European Championships and three World Cups. Under his guidance, the team secured commendable finishes: second at Euro 2008, third at the 2010 World Cup, and the prestigious title at the 2014 World Cup held in Brazil. His tenure as head coach officially started after he assumed the role from Jürgen Klinsmann, following the 2006 World Cup.
Reflecting on the past, Löw admitted, "I had offers over the past two years, but I didn't feel the fire for it." This statement, made during his interview with Kicker, underlines his cautious approach as he weighs his options carefully. He now feels detached from the pressures younger coaches might face, noting, "I don't feel the same stress as younger coaches, for whom things always need to move forward quickly." This sense of calm allows him to take the time to assess his feelings and thoughts on potentially leading another team.
Addressing his experience with national teams, Löw stated, "I have the experience with national teams and preparing a team with vision for two years for a tournament." His previous successes lend him credibility and self-assurance as he considers his next moves. While he is clear about wanting to return to the national team format first, whether it's with Germany or another UEFA nation remains to be seen. Notably, his last coaching position was with the German team, which he left after the Euro 2021 Championship.
Looking forward, Löw is optimistic yet pragmatic about his prospects. He noted, "With exciting options, I will occupy myself," as he evaluates future possibilities. The impending World Cup offers him the perfect platform to re-establish himself, leveraging his history and expertise to guide another team toward success.
Despite his decorated past—which includes the realization, "I should have stepped down" after the disappointing conclusion of Germany's 2018 World Cup campaign—Löw remains passionate about football. He reflects, "Football is always at the heart of my being, and it will stay there whether I stand on the sidelines or not." This passion fuels the speculation surrounding his potential reinstatement as coach.
More recently, Löw was even suggested by former player Lothar Matthäus as a suitable replacement for Nuri Sahin at Borussia Dortmund. Though this prospect appears unrealistic, it highlights the admiration and respect he holds within the football community.
Celebrations for his upcoming 65th birthday are also on the horizon. Löw stated, "Maybe I will have a bigger celebration with friends and family this summer; for now, it's just with immediate family and close friends." Such reflections echo his long-standing connection to football, promising fans and admirers alike of future contributions to the sport he loves.
With the 2026 World Cup looming on the horizon, football fans across the globe are eager to see if Joachim Löw will take up the reins once again, leading another team through the rigors of international competition. His storied past, coupled with the wisdom gained from experience, could reshape the future for whatever national squad he could lead.