Overview

• Nick Woltemade scored from a rehearsed first-half set piece to secure the points.
• The victory marked Germany’s third consecutive World Cup qualifying win.
• Julian Nagelsmann called it an “ugly” performance and said the priority was the three points.
• He described a highly charged atmosphere with frequent possession duels that complicated officiating.
• Oliver Baumann was largely untested before halftime but produced important saves after the break, and Nagelsmann said the team has not lost due to goalkeeping mistakes since Neuer’s retirement.