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Germany vs Netherlands: Nations League – preview, team news, predictions
Germany and the Netherlands meet in Berlin in the final Group A2 match, with both sides seeking a place in the Nations League quarter-finals. The Netherlands are close to qualifying, while Germany are third and likely need a win to progress.
The Dutch lead with 11 points after beating Greece 7-0; Germany have eight, level with Greece but behind on their head-to-head record. Germany won 3-1 against Serbia in their last match, while the Netherlands drew 1-1 with Germany in September. Jamal Musiala and Serge Gnabry are unavailable for Germany; the Netherlands are without Virgil van Dijk and Frenkie de Jong. A prediction model gives Germany a 43.5 per cent chance of winning, compared with 29.8 per cent for the Netherlands and 26.8 per cent for a draw.
In short
- Germany likely need a win to reach the quarter-finals.
- The Netherlands lead Group A2 with 11 points.
- Germany are slight favourites in the prediction model.
Explained simply
The Nations League is a competition for European national teams, organised by UEFA alongside the regular international calendar. Its group stage determines which teams advance to the knockout rounds, and the final standings can also affect promotion and relegation between divisions.
Germany and the Netherlands are two of Europe’s long-standing football rivals. Germany are managed by Julian Nagelsmann, while Ronald Koeman leads the Dutch team; both squads include players from leading European clubs, though injuries can leave important roles to be filled by others.
A place in the quarter-finals gives a team the chance to compete for the tournament title. The group’s points and, when teams are level, their results against one another help decide who progresses.