""There were lots of fights to keep possession, and that even made it tough for the referee to notice all the little details. In the end, a set-piece play decided the game. "We practice set-pieces a lot, because of its importance. All in all, it's difficult to play a nice game when the ball is in the air a lot. You have to fight and go for the duels.""
"Oliver Baumann had a quiet first half, not facing a single shot on target, but he made three key saves to secure his clean sheet and ensure Germany left with all three points. However, questions have still been raised over whether he will be the starting goalkeeper at the World Cup, or if Manuel Neuer will come out of retirement for the tournament, should Germany qualify."
Germany edged Northern Ireland 1-0 in a World Cup qualifying match, moving top of Group A on goal difference after Nick Woltemade's first international goal. The match featured an emotional stadium, many duels for possession and an early Northern Ireland goal disallowed for offside. A set-piece ultimately decided the game. Set-pieces are practiced extensively due to their importance. The victory was described as an 'ugly' win, with three points the priority. Oliver Baumann had a quiet first half but made three key saves to secure a clean sheet. Questions remain about the World Cup goalkeeper situation and Manuel Neuer's potential return.
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