Overview

• David Hancko (42') and David Strelec (55') scored as Slovakia punished turnovers and defensive lapses in Bratislava.
• The defeat was Germany’s first away loss in World Cup qualifying and extended their skid to three matches following Nations League losses.
• Nagelsmann criticized a lack of “emotionality” and floated selecting hungrier, less heralded players over higher-skill options.
• Germany’s lineup was unsettled by absences, with Niclas Fuellkrug ruled out pre‑kickoff and Nick Woltemade starting, while debutant Nnamdi Collins was substituted at halftime.
• Germany host Northern Ireland in Cologne on Sunday in a match labeled must‑win for direct qualification, with Slovakia traveling to Luxembourg.