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Germany and the Netherlands will renew their fierce rivalry in the UEFA Nations League as they clash at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Both teams remain unbeaten at the halfway point of the group, with Germany sitting on top, just ahead of the Netherlands.
Germany, playing on home soil, will aim to solidify their dominance, while the Netherlands will look to continue their impressive away form in this competition.
Germany’s Recent Form
Germany have been in solid form in the Nations League this season, winning two of their three matches and drawing the other against the Netherlands in Amsterdam last month.
Their last outing saw them secure a hard-fought 2-1 win over Bosnia, with Deniz Undav grabbing a brace. Julian Nagelsmann’s men have been consistent at home, suffering only one defeat in the Nations League on German soil.
Injury and Team News
Germany will be without key players such as Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who is out for the season, as well as attacking talents Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz.
These absences leave a gap in creativity, though Deniz Undav has stepped up with excellent form, scoring eight goals in his last eight matches.
Niclas Fullkrug has struggled at West Ham, so Tim Kleindienst and Jonathan Burkardt could be included once again.
Last Germany Lineup
Here is how the team lined up for their last match:
Netherlands’ Recent Form
The Netherlands have been resilient, with their last two matches ending in draws, including their 1-1 result against Germany in Amsterdam.
Ronald Koeman’s side has struggled with some key absences but remains unbeaten in their last seven away games in the Nations League.
However, their last performance against Hungary showed signs of vulnerability, as they were lucky to secure a point.
Injury and Team News
Virgil van Dijk’s suspension after his red card against Hungary is a major blow for the Dutch. Matthijs de Ligt is expected to fill in, though the defence remains weakened with Nathan Ake, Daley Blind, and Jurrien Timber also…
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Author : [email protected] (Jake Skudder)
Publish date : 2024-10-14 08:50:15
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