Overview
- The Group A decider against Slovakia kicks off Monday at 20:45 CET in Leipzig.
- Julian Nagelsmann said Joshua Kimmich is likely to be available after an ankle capsule injury, with a final decision to be made on matchday.
- Nico Schlotterbeck’s foot issue has healed and he will train as normal, with an expected return in central defense alongside Jonathan Tah.
- Germany’s camp stresses focus over anxiety, with Nagelsmann praising the squad’s determination and Rudi Völler recalling the strain of the 2001 play-offs.
- After a 0:2 loss in Bratislava, Germany beat Luxembourg 2:0 behind a Nick Woltemade brace, and a victory on Monday would improve seeding for the December 5 World Cup draw.