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Woltemade Brace Sends Germany Past Luxembourg With Qualification Within Reach

Germany can secure a 2026 World Cup place with a draw against Slovakia in Leipzig on Monday.

Overview

  • Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade scored in the 49th and 69th minutes to secure the victory.
  • Luxembourg’s aggressive press and physical midfield play disrupted Germany throughout a ragged first half.
  • Julian Nagelsmann conceded the slow start, calling the performance secondary to earning three points.
  • Germany’s control grew after the break, finishing with 65% possession, a 7–1 shots-on-target advantage and xG of 1.82 to 0.78.
  • Germany are level on points with Slovakia atop Group A on goal difference, with coverage questioning Nagelsmann’s stalled overhaul and suggesting greater use of rising talents.