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Germany Grind Out 1-0 in Belfast to Retake Control of World Cup Qualifying

Nagelsmann framed the scrappy performance as evidence the side can win ugly when short of creativity.

Nick Woltemade
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Der Däne Jon Dahl Tomasson trat das Amt in Schweden im Februar 2024 an. Er war der erste ausländische Nationaltrainer des Verbandes seit Einführung dieses Postens im Jahr 1962
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Overview

  • Nick Woltemade scored his first international goal with his shoulder from a corner in the 31st minute.
  • The win keeps Germany atop Group A level on points with Slovakia, with November matches against Luxembourg and Slovakia set to shape direct qualification.
  • Germany again leaned on set pieces and defensive resolve, with five of eight qualifying goals coming from dead balls and few chances from open play.
  • Oliver Baumann protected the lead with late saves as Nagelsmann rejected renewed talk of recalling retired Manuel Neuer, saying the team has no goalkeeping issue.
  • Nagelsmann reported progress for Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz in their recoveries, expecting their returns to lift chance creation, while the Tah–Schlotterbeck pairing impressed in the air.