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2.11.2017Bayer 04

U21 call-up for Henrichs and Tah

Werkself players will head off on international duty after the Bundesliga match against Augsburg. Some will take part in important competitive matches and others will have the chance to show what they can do in friendlies.
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The Germany U 21 coach Stefan Kuntz has announced his squad for the European Championship qualifiers against Azerbaijan in Baku on Thursday (9 November, 15.00 CET)  and against Israel (Tuesday, 14 November in Ramat Gan, 17.30  CET). Two Bayer 04 pros have been called up again: The captain Jonathan Tah and Benny Henrichs.

Over the next few days the various international coaches will name their squads so head coach Heiko Herrlich then find out which important players will be away on international duty in this break.

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