Netherlands vs Germany prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on September 24, 2026
On September 24, 2026, the Netherlands and Germany national teams will face each other in the first round of the UEFA Nations League A division. Both giants will be making their debuts under new managers and will clearly be aiming to mark the occasion with a victory.
Netherlands - Germany: team news and expert analysis
The Dutch looked quite impressive under Koeman. They also made a solid start at the World Cup, beating both Sweden and Tunisia in the group stage after drawing with Japan. However, after opting for an uncharacteristic tactical approach against Morocco, they conceded an equalizer in the 90th minute and eventually lost on penalties. The national team now has a new manager – Xavi.
Germany appeared to come alive under Nagelsmann, putting in a respectable performance at their “home” Euros and cruising through qualifying. But at the World Cup, they lost to Ecuador after a couple of wins. They then settled for a draw with modest Paraguay, eventually being eliminated on penalties in the round of 32! Klopp has now been called in to restore the team’s reputation as a football giant.
Gakpo and company played with plenty of flair: they averaged 2.1 goals scored, but also conceded once per game. Their neighbors are even more prolific, scoring 3.1 goals per match while conceding the same number – an average of one per game.
Previous meetings: Netherlands - Germany
Germany have won half of their last six head-to-head meetings, suffering just one defeat.
The Dutch are now expected to win at home. Still, the safer option for now is the neutral “over 2.5 total goals” market (odds – 1.60).
Netherlands - Germany: key statistics and trends
- The Netherlands have won two of their last four matches
- 80% of the Netherlands’ matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.1 goals per game
- Germany are without a win in two consecutive matches
- 70% of Germany’s matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 4.1 goals per game
Netherlands - Germany: possible starting lineups
The Netherlands play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Verbruggen - Aké, van Dijk, van Hecke, Dumfries - Reijnders, Koopmeiners, Gravenberch - Gakpo, Brobbey, Lang. Malen suffered an injury at the last moment
Germany play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): ter Stegen - Braun, Bisseck, Tah, Kimmich - Gnabry, Schade, Nmecha, Karl - Ebnoutalib, Havertz
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team’s performance in the UEFA Nations League table