The German national team had the victory against England in mind, in the end it was only enough for a draw in the second endurance test in the Nations League.
The DFB-Elf separated from the English team in Munich on Tuesday with a 1-1 (0-0). Jonas Hofmann from Gladbach gave the hosts the lead in front of 66,289 spectators in an intense game (51st minute). England captain Harry Kane – he himself had previously been fouled by Nico Schlotterbeck – equalized late with a penalty (88th).
Three days after the 1-1 draw at European champions Italy, it was the second draw for the German Football Association in the second game of the new season in the Nations League, but for coach Hansi Flick it meant the desired increase in performance. In the group with Italy, the European Championship finalists England and Hungary, Germany is in third place with two points.
MANUEL NEUER – NOTE 1: With his 54th international match as captain, the keeper passed Philipp Lahm (53). Had to grab against Kane’s Knaller (7th). Then parried from close range with the right hand against Saka (45th) and again against Kane (76th). At 1: 1 (88th) no chance.
LUKAS KLOSTERMANN – NOTE 4: The Leipzig gave the right-back – concentrated, as you know from Klostermann. More should have come forward.
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ANTONIO RÜDIGER – NOTE 3: Head of the defensive line and also to be found in front: Just missed the 1:0 (3rd) after a corner. Superior at the back.
NICO SCHLOTTERBECK – NOTE 4: Noticeably good in the initial phase, won many duels. Important rescue in the penalty area (55th), but then with the foul against Kane, which led to the penalty. Bitter.
DAVID RAUM – NOTE 3: The offensive Hoffenheimer was allowed to start at the back left of the defensive chain. Very dedicated, pressed forward, also with crosses.
JOSHUA KIMMICH – NOTE 2: Awarded national player of the year 2021 before the game. Good appearance in the sixth position, harmonized with Gündogan. World-class pass before Hofmann’s 1-0.
ILKAY GÜNDOGAN – NOTE 2: The ManCity professional replaced Bayern’s Leon Goretzka in central midfield. Strong runner, always playable, great overview.
JONAS HOFMANN – NOTE 2: Should provide more steam and danger on the right side than Serge Gnabry last. That succeeded! Great cross, Musiala just missed (17th). Unlucky his offside goal didn’t count. But then: After a Kimmich pass, hit hard and precisely to take the lead (51st).
THOMAS MÜLLER – NOTE 3: Called up behind Havertz as a hanging tip, sometimes switched to the wing. This time, however, Müller lacked the effectiveness of his actions. Positive: Fighting a role model. Increased as the game progressed. Checked Pickford (70th).
JAMAL MUSIALA – NOTE 1 A special game for Bayern’s youngster, who was still active for English national teams in his youth. That hurts the Three Lions. Irresistible, almost magical, how Musiala repeatedly solved individual actions with speed and technique. Best Fielder. Failed with his direct acceptance of Pickford (45th).
KAI HAVERTZ – NOTE 3: The Chelsea striker was in the game immediately, Pickford parried his left-footed shot (2nd). Otherwise had trouble putting himself in the limelight. But it was only seldom played.
TIMO WERNER – NOTE 3: Came into play for the outstanding Musiala (65th). Just missed the 2-0 (75th).
SERGE GNABRY – NOTE 3: Replaced the goalscorer Hofmann (65th). Fought hard for every ball.
LEON GORETZKA – NO NOTE: Came too late for an assessment.
LEROY SANÉ – NO NOTE: Arrived too late for an assessment.
This article was written by Maximilian Koch
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