Overview
- Julian Nagelsmann said Germany's objective is to win the 2026 World Cup, calling goal-setting healthy for the squad.
- Germany begin Group A qualifying in Bratislava against Slovakia on Thursday before hosting Northern Ireland on September 7 in Cologne.
- Luxembourg complete the group, with Germany entering as clear favorites to advance.
- Germany exited Euro 2024 in the quarter-finals and lost June Nations League matches to Portugal and France.
- Domestic polls cited in reporting indicate sections of supporters remain skeptical of Germany's chances.