Denmark's national soccer team is undergoing a coaching change as Kasper Hjulmand has decided to step down from his position. Following their elimination in the round of 16 by Germany at the European Championship, Hjulmand felt that the team needed a fresh start and new energy moving forward.
Hjulmand, who guided Denmark to the semifinals of the 2021 Euros, gained praise for his handling of the emotional situation when midfielder Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest during a match. Despite this success, Denmark was unable to advance past the group stage in the 2022 World Cup.
In light of Hjulmand's departure, the Danish soccer federation has appointed Morten Wieghorst, the former assistant coach, to lead the team for the upcoming Nations League matches until November. Denmark finds itself in a challenging group alongside European champions Spain, Switzerland, and Serbia.
During Euro 2024, Denmark faced tough competition, drawing all three group games against England, Slovenia, and Serbia. Their match against Germany was marred by a severe lightning storm that halted play for 25 minutes. The game's momentum shifted after controversial video decisions led to a disallowed goal and a penalty awarded against a Danish defender.
