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Germany Vs Hungary
Germany is set to begin a new chapter under Julian Nagelsmann as they take on Hungary in their opening UEFA Nations League match in Düsseldorf on Saturday. With several key players having retired from international football, Nagelsmann’s side will be looking to make a statement as they embark on this new journey.
Kicknews24’s prediction: Germany 3-1 Hungary.
Germany’s Fresh Start Under Nagelsmann
Germany is entering a new era following their Euro 2024 quarter-final exit to Spain. With the retirements of legends like Manuel Neuer, Ilkay Gundogan, Toni Kroos, and Thomas Muller, coach Julian Nagelsmann is tasked with rebuilding the squad. This match against Hungary will be his first chance to showcase the new-look Germany.
Nagelsmann’s team now features a blend of youth and experience, with rising stars like Kai Havertz, Florian Wirtz, and Jamal Musiala taking center stage. “We’re building towards the future, and this match is the first step,” said Nagelsmann. With Joshua Kimmich as the new captain and Marc-André ter Stegen stepping into Neuer’s shoes as the starting goalkeeper, Germany is ready to make a strong start in the Nations League as they prepare for World Cup 2026 qualification.
Hungary’s Challenge
Hungary, led by Marco Rossi, is no stranger to big challenges. They narrowly missed out on the knockout stages of Euro 2024 due to goal difference but showed plenty of fight. Rossi’s team will look to fight strong against Germany, with key players like Dominik Szoboszlai and Roland Sallai leading the charge.
“We’ve shown we can compete, and we aim to challenge Germany,” Rossi said ahead of the match. Hungary’s goal is to finish in the top two of their Nations League group, and a strong performance against Germany would be the perfect start.
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Key Players & Team News
Kai Havertz and Florian Wirtz are expected to be key players for Germany, while Joshua Kimmich will lead from the back as the new captain. Marc-André ter Stegen will be Germany’s first-choice goalkeeper following Neuer’s retirement.
Hungary will rely heavily on Dominik Szoboszlai and Roland Sallai for creativity and goals. The team is expected to focus on counter-attacking football to expose gaps in Germany’s defense.
Kicknews24 Prediction: Germany 3-1 Hungary
The excitement and anticipation are high as Germany begins this new era under Julian Nagelsmann. Hungary will be tough, but Germany’s superior quality should see them through. Kicknews24 predicts a 3-1 victory for Germany as they kick off their UEFA Nations League campaign with a win. Expect a competitive match, but Germany’s firepower in attack will likely be too much for Hungary to handle.
