Germany’s mission is accomplished, as Die Mannschaft succeeded in topping Group A3 of the UEFA Nations League. However, before they turn to the quarter-finals draw – which can bring them Croatia, Italy, or Denmark in the elimination round – the Germans are set to face Hungary in the ultimate group stage round.Kimmich sorry over Qatar World Cup protestAs Die Mannschaft head coach Julian Nagelsmann announced at a pre-match press conference, he’d make a number of changes in the starting lineup.”As of today, there will be a lot of changes. It may be that we make nine changes, or ten, but maybe only four. We will decide on match day,” Nagelsmann said.Even though the 37-year-old strategist did not disclose concrete alternatives he’d opt for, according to the German Kicker, Nico Schlotterbeck will replace the suspended Jonathan Tah in the defensive line, while Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sane will get longer playing time after spending around half an hour on the pitch against Bosnia and Herzegovina three days ago.Leroy Sane’s Exquisite Strike Adds to Germany’s Goal Haul.His first goal for Germany 🇩🇪 since 12 September 2023 against France#NationsLeague pic.twitter.com/S2fB8cCd85— Football.com (@Footballcomglob) November 16, 2024 When it comes to the latter, Nagelsmann, de facto, confirmed his move to the XI.”I assume that Leroy will bring in the longer playing time what he brought in the short playing time against Bosnia,” said the tactician.That would represent a new beginning for Sane with the national team, given that a year ago, he was sent off for unsportsmanlike behaviour against Austria and consequently suspended. Afterwards, he missed most of the matches since January due to frequent injuries.Germany call Latvia’s player by mistakeThe 28-year-old winger netted his 14th international goal in a 7-0 triumph over the Dragons, deserving praise from the head coach.”Leroy made a similar impression to the one he did recently at Bayern. He is absolutely world class. What I expect from him is consistency; he is all about reliability,” Nagelsmann stated via Kicker.UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE (A)MondayCroatia – Portugal 1-1 (0-1)/Gvardiol 65 – Joao Felix 33/Poland – Scotland 1-2 (0-1)/Piatkowski 59 – McGinn 3, Robertson 90+3/Serbia – Denmark 0-0Spain – Switzerland 3-2 (1-0)/Pino 32, Gil 68, Zaragoza 90+3 pen – Monteiro 63, Zeqiri 85 pen/Tuesday22:45: (10.5) B&H (5.70) Netherlands (1.33)22:45: (6.75) Hungary (4.40) Germany (1.53)***odds are subject to change***
