Overview
- Germany lost 1:3 to Japan in Chiba on July 16, marking their fifth defeat in nine Nations League matches.
- The team now sits ninth in the standings and must secure wins against Turkey, the USA and Brazil to finish among the seven qualifiers.
- Georg Grozer and Tobias Krick have rejoined the squad but are being rested for the remaining pool games.
- Outside hitter Erik Röhrs led Germany with 19 points while Japanese captain Yuki Ishikawa tallied a match-high 22 points.
- The Nations League serves as Germany’s primary preparation for the World Championship starting September 12 in the Philippines.