Match Information
Date and time: 7 September 2024 at 18:45 UTC
Referee: Clement Turpin (France)
Stadium: Merkur Spiel-Arena
Location: Dusseldorf, Germany
Head-to-Head (H2H) Data
Germany and Hungary have faced each other multiple times in recent years:
– Euro 2024: Germany 2-0 Hungary
– UEFA Nations League 2022-2023: Germany 0-1 Hungary
– UEFA Nations League 2022-2023: Hungary 1-1 Germany
– Euro 2020: Germany 2-2 Hungary
– Previous international friendlies: Mostly dominated by Germany
Germany generally has the upper hand in competitive fixtures, especially on home soil. However, Hungary has managed important draws and even a win in the recent UEFA Nations League matchups.
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Recent Form
Germany’s Recent Matches:
– Loss to Spain (1-2)
– Win over Denmark (2-0)
– Draw with Switzerland (1-1)
– Win over Hungary (2-0 in Euro 2024)
– Big Win over Scotland (5-1)
Hungary’s Recent Matches:
– Win over Scotland (1-0)
– Loss to Germany (0-2 in Euro 2024)
– Loss to Switzerland (1-3)
– Wins in friendlies against Israel (3-0) and Turkiye (1-0)
Predicted Lineups
Germany (4-2-3-1):
– GK: Marc-André ter Stegen
– DEF: Nico Schlotterbeck, Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Maximilian Mittelstädt
– MID: Pascal Groß, Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, Chris Führich
– FOR: Kai Havertz
– Coach: Julian Nagelsmann
Hungary (4-3-3):
– GK: Péter Gulácsi
– DEF: Endre Botka, Willi Orbán, Márton Dárdai, Bendegúz Bolla
– MID: Ádám Nagy, András Schäfer, Dominik Szoboszlai
– FOR: Roland Sallai, Barnabás Varga, Milos Kerkez
– Coach: Marco Rossi
Formations Analysis
Germany’s 4-2-3-1:
– Strengths: Good balance between defense and attack, strong midfield presence with Musiala and Grosz providing creativity and defensive solidity.
– Weaknesses: Transition phases may expose the flanks, and dependency on Havertz for finishing.
Hungary’s 4-3-3:
– Strengths: Strong midfield with Szoboszlai’s creativity, compact defense, counters can be lethal.
– Weaknesses: Vulnerable in wide areas, dependency on few key players like Szoboszlai can limit their attacking effectiveness.
Match Prediction
Considerations:
– Germany’s Home Advantage: Playing on home soil is a significant boost.
– Recent Form: Germany has displayed consistent performances in the Euros, while Hungary has been inconsistent.
– H2H Results: Germany has a superior head-to-head record, particularly in competitive fixtures.
Predicted Outcome: Germany Win
Scoreline Prediction: Germany 3-1 Hungary
Potential Goal Scorers:
– Germany: Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala, Chris Führich
– Hungary: Dominik Szoboszlai (from a set piece)
Hungary might put up a fight and be competitive, but Germany’s overall strength, especially in midfield and the attacking options they possess, should secure them a win in this UEFA Nations League fixture.
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