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Germany Player Ratings vs Serbia: Florian Wirtz Leads as Hosts Command at Allianz Arena

Germany secured a convincing 2-0 win over Serbia in the UEFA Nations League, with Florian Wirtz starring throughout. Goals from Tom Bischof and Wirtz himself capped a game where Germany controlled 73% possession and dictated the pace.

The hosts imposed their style from start to finish, limiting Serbia to only one shot on target and registering an expected goals (xG) of 4.05 compared to Serbia’s mere 0.02. The breakthrough came in the 39th minute when Bischof finished a move set up by Wirtz. The second goal followed in the 61st minute, with Wirtz scoring after a slick combination involving Maximilian Mittelstädt. Despite numerous chances—30 shots in total—the scoreline stayed 2-0, a clean sheet that pleased the coaching staff.

Goalkeeper and Defense

  • Jonas Urbig - 6/10: Had a quiet night, rarely troubled due to Serbia’s poor forward play, making one save and showing dependable ball distribution.
  • Philipp Treu - 7/10: Played high up the pitch, acting almost like a midfielder during inverted full-back moves. Defensively solid in transitions.
  • Waldemar Anton - 7/10: Key defensive figure, won aerial battles and covered space to prevent Serbian counters.
  • Malick Thiaw - 7/10: Calm on the ball and physically strong, kept striker Luka Jovic contained while helping maintain a high press.
  • Maximilian Mittelstädt - 8/10: Constant attacking threat on the left flank, stretching Serbia’s defense and assisted Wirtz’s goal.

Midfield

  • Serge Gnabry - 6/10: Captain for the match, occupied smart spaces but lacked sharpness. Substituted at half-time for fresh energy.
  • Aleksandar Pavlovic - 7/10: Controlled the midfield tempo with a high pass completion rate, shielding the back line until his late substitution.
  • Tom Bischof - 8/10: Impressive young talent who opened the scoring and linked well with Wirtz, exploiting gaps in Serbia’s midfield.
  • Derry Scherhant - 6/10: Worked hard on the wing, offering defensive cover and creating space for teammates despite no direct goal contributions.

Attack

  • Florian Wirtz - 9/10: The standout player, orchestrating Germany’s attack with creativity and intelligence. Assisted the first goal and scored the second, constantly troubling Serbia’s defense.
  • Nick Woltemade - 7/10: Served as a key focal point upfront, holding the ball well and drawing defenders, freeing Wirtz to operate freely.

Substitutes and Manager

  • Said El Mala - 6/10: Brought on at half-time for Gnabry, added energy and maintained attacking pressure.
  • Mika Baur - 6/10: Entered late, displayed technical skill briefly though the match was largely settled.
  • Jonathan Burkardt - 6/10: Came on in the final minutes, provided pace but few chances to influence the score.
  • Bamaba Conte - 5/10: Late substitute focused on preserving the lead during game management.
  • Vitaly Janelt - N/A: Played briefly towards the end, limited impact.
  • Jurgen Klopp - 8/10: Crafted a tactical setup that suffocated Serbia with a high line and fluid attacks. Starting Bischof alongside Wirtz was a masterstroke.

Upcoming Fixtures

  • Greece vs Germany – UEFA Nations League A, 4 Oct 2026, 21:45
  • Netherlands vs Serbia – UEFA Nations League A, 4 Oct 2026, 21:45

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