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Germany Eyes Group-Top Clash With Sweden as Netherlands Collapse After 4-0 Loss

A reconfigured midfield anchored by Sjoeke Nüsken alongside Elisa Senß has powered Germany into the EURO quarterfinals.

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Die deutsche U21 erreichte in der Slowakei das Endspiel
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Bundestrainer Julian Nagelsmann

Overview

  • Germany secured its quarterfinal place with wins over Poland and Denmark and now meets Sweden in its final group match.
  • The Nüsken–Senß double pivot has provided tactical balance, and goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger has limited opponents to just two big chances.
  • Left-back Sarai Linder is receiving precautionary treatment for a minor thigh strain ahead of Saturday’s game but is expected to feature.
  • The Netherlands suffered their heaviest ever EURO defeat, conceding four goals to England and exposing defensive frailties.
  • Public contradictions from Danielle van de Donk and coach Andries Jonker’s preannounced exit have intensified discord in the Dutch camp.