Germany secures its ticket to the World Cup after a resounding victory over Slovakia. After a complicated start in the group stage, the German national team has demonstrated its power by defeating Slovakia with a score of 6-0. This triumph not only secures their qualification, but also consolidates their position as one of the strongest teams in the tournament.
This will be Germany’s twenty-first participation in the World Cup, in 23 editions. They were only absent from the inaugural edition in 1930 and in 1950. In another development, the Netherlands, a historic rival of Germany, also secured their qualification for the World Cup. The Dutch team sealed their spot with a 4-0 victory over Lithuania, thus ensuring their place in the tournament to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Slovakia and Poland, who finished second in their respective groups, will play the playoffs. Germany needed to avoid surprises against Slovakia at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig to secure first place in Group A and their qualification for the World Cup. The match unfolded favorably for Germany, who took the lead with a goal by Nick Woltemade in the 18th minute. Subsequently, Serge Gnabry, Leroy Sané (with two goals), Ridle Baku, and Assan Ouédraogo extended the lead, sealing the victory.A brilliant match from our team, with a lot of pressure.
Julian Nagelsmann, Germany coach
Regarding the Netherlands, the team secured their qualification thanks to a goal by Tijjani Reijnders in the 16th minute. Cody Gakpo, Xavi Simons, and Donyell Malen completed the victory, ensuring Poland’s second place in the group. The UEFA playoff draw will take place on Thursday, where 16 teams will compete for four spots in the World Cup, in matches to be played in March 2026. The World Cup draw will be held on December 5th.I think we’re back on the right track. We can prepare with a free and open mind in March because we don’t have the pressure of playing in the playoffs.
Julian Nagelsmann, Germany coach
