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Father Defends Florian Wirtz Amid Liverpool Struggles

11/17/2025

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Hans Wirtz, Florian Wirtz's father, defended his son after his slow start at Liverpool.
Florian Wirtz has yet to score or assist in the Premier League for Liverpool.
Wirtz's struggles stem from a lack of team cohesion at Liverpool, limiting his involvement.
Simon Rolfes, former Bayer Leverkusen sporting director, said Wirtz thrives on combination play, which is lacking.
Many believe he will eventually succeed in England.

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Hans Wirtz, Florian Wirtz's father, defended his son after his slow start at Liverpool.
Florian Wirtz has yet to score or assist in the Premier League for Liverpool.
Wirtz's struggles stem from a lack of team cohesion at Liverpool, limiting his involvement.
Simon Rolfes, former Bayer Leverkusen sporting director, said Wirtz thrives on combination play, which is lacking.
Many believe he will eventually succeed in England.