Overview
- Germany routed Slovakia 6-0 in Leipzig to win Group A, with Leroy Sané scoring twice and Nick Woltemade, Serge Gnabry, Ridle Baku and debutant Assan Ouedraogo also on target.
- Ouedraogo, 19, became Germany’s youngest debut goalscorer as Julian Nagelsmann’s team sealed a 21st World Cup appearance and strengthened seeding prospects.
- The Netherlands finished unbeaten atop Group G after a 4-0 home win over Lithuania, with goals from Tijjani Reijnders, Cody Gakpo (penalty), Xavi Simons and Donyell Malen despite several absences.
- Slovakia and Poland secured runners-up spots to reach the European play-offs, with Poland’s 3-2 victory in Malta confirming second place in Group G.
- The UEFA play-off draw takes place Thursday for 16 teams competing for four World Cup berths in March 2026, and the World Cup draw is scheduled for December 5.