Overview
- Antonio Di Salvo includes newcomer Tom Bischof and lists potential debutants Leon Wechsel of GKS Tychy and Assan Ouédraogo of RB Leipzig.
- Paul Wanner is recalled after recovering from a foot injury, while injuries rule out goalkeeper Mio Backhaus and defender Finn Jeltsch.
- Nnamdi Collins returns to the U21s following a difficult senior-team debut in September under Julian Nagelsmann.
- Youssoufa Moukoko is omitted from the roster as he continues his season with FC Copenhagen after limited impact to date and a last DFB appearance in November 2024.
- Germany face Greece in Jena on October 10 and Northern Ireland in Belfast on October 14, with Di Salvo citing Greek attacking talents and calling for passion, will and joy from his side.