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Germany U21 Win in Georgia as 17-Year-Old Karl Scores Again

The victory keeps Germany three points behind group leader Greece in a qualifying race that awards direct entry only to the winner.

Overview

  • Karl opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time, turning in a Tom Bischof corner that Said El Mala headed on.
  • Nicoló Tresoldi sealed the 2-0 win in the 58th minute after striking the post earlier in the first half.
  • Coach Antonio Di Salvo has stressed winning every remaining match, with a pivotal trip to Greece on March 31, 2026, where head-to-head records decide any tie.
  • El Mala returned to the U21 starting XI following a senior-team appearance and supplied the assist, with captain Tom Bischof orchestrating the attack.
  • Goalkeeper Dennis Seimen started ahead of Mio Backhaus as Germany limited Georgia to few threats.