"I know what I'm capable of" – Felix Nmecha not feeling pressure despite high praise
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Felix Nmecha has received plenty of praise lately, with Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann describing him as "world class", Joshua Kimmich hailing him as one of the most talented players in the national team and Lothar Matthäus naming him one of the best box-to-box midfielders in the world.
The Borussia Dortmund midfielder isn't letting those compliments put him under pressure. Instead, he uses the praise as extra motivation.
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“I wouldn’t call it pressure," Nmecha said in an interview with Sky Germany, adding:
"Of course, it’s nice to hear those words from the coach, teammates or a legend. But I try not to focus too much on it, otherwise you can lose your focus. Still, I’m very grateful for the positive comments. It motivates me to keep improving.”
The 25-year-old has no doubts about his own abilities.
“I know what I'm capable of and what kind of player I am. I have great confidence in myself and in the gift that God has given me. That was even the case during periods when I wasn't playing at the highest level yet. I'm very grateful for the journey I've been on so far. So I'd say: yes, I believe in myself,” he said.
After starting and scoring in Germany’s opening 7-1 win over Curaçao, Nmecha is set to retain his place when Julian Nagelsmann’s side face Ivory Coast on Saturday evening at 22:00 CEST.