Overview
- Germany play Slovakia in Leipzig on Monday at 20:45 CET, where a draw secures direct qualification and a loss would send them to the play-offs.
- The national team arrived on Saturday, transferring from Leipzig/Halle airport to the Westin hotel as fans gathered and police secured the area.
- BILD reports RB Leipzig could earn roughly €500,000 from hosting arrangements that include stadium and training-centre use.
- Ticket availability was down to only scattered seats by Sunday evening, with the Red Bull Arena described as nearly sold out.
- According to BILD, Jürgen Klopp is expected in Leipzig to attend the match and take part in a DFL expert-group meeting focused on talent development and club standards.