Germany vs Netherlands – UEFA Nations League 2024/25, Preview
Kick-off : 7:45 PM (Local)
Venue : Allianz Arena, Munich
Germany won their previous game in this months’ international break after they defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-1. They are now first in the table with 7 points after 3 games. The goal difference is +6.
Netherlands their rivals are difficult opponents though still Germany are a superior side. At home it ensures a must win encounter and they will give their all.
Manager Julian Nagelsmann should utilise his 4-2-3-1 system in the encounter.
The dutch on the other hand have been impressive too in their outings and are undefeated. They currently stand second in the group with 5 points from 3 games. The goal difference is a +3.
Germany their opponents next were put to a stalemate in Amsterdam last month. They especially at home should be extremely tough and Holland will have to be at their best.
Their manager will look to deploy his 4-2-3-1 to be a bit on the defensive in the quest.
Team news and possible lineups
Nathan Ake, Jurrien Timber and Quilindschy Hartman are all out injured for Netherlands as Virgil Van Dijk serves suspension.
Germany on the other hand, will not be having the services of Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz respectively due to injuries. Marc-Andre ter Stegen on the other hand will keep.
Germany XI : Nubel, Kimmich, Rudiger, Tah, Mittelstadt, Aldrich, Gross, Wirtz, Undav, Gnabry, Kleindienst.
Netherlands XI : Verbruggen, Dumfries, De Vrij, De Ligt, Van de Ven, Timber, Reijnders, Gravenberch, Simons, Zirkzee, Gakpo.
Prediction
These two teams has a history and it promises to be a fascinating contest. In the end the team which breaks trough should win with the Germans having a solid home support.
