"Germany's World Cup qualifying kicked off with an unprecedented loss to Slovakia. The Germans rebounded with a resounding 3-1 win against Northern Ireland. Marred by injuries, inexperience, and poor chemistry, Julian Nagelsmann will need to push all the right buttons to earn six points and get back Germany back on course. Historically, Germany have dominated the Luxembourgers with four wins in European qualifiers and the Olympics, with a plus-20 goal differential."
"The squad's biggest weakness is the lack of a right-back. Red Bull Leipzig's Ridle Baku is the newest contestant. He has a decade of Bundesliga experience and the job is ripe for the taking. Aleksandar Pavlović and Leon Goretzka are also interchangeable next to Joshua Kimmich in the central midfield. Starting goalkeeper Oliver Baumann has been dealing with flu symptoms, giving Alexander Nübel an opportunity. Nick Woltemade is also battling a minor illness and should be saved for Monday's match."
Germany opened World Cup qualifying with a shock loss to Slovakia before recovering with a 3-1 win over Northern Ireland. Injuries, player inexperience, and poor team chemistry have complicated squad selection and tactics for manager Julian Nagelsmann. Germany historically dominate Luxembourg, holding four wins and a plus-20 goal differential. Luxembourg will likely sit in a low block, rely on set pieces, and must seek points after earlier Group A losses. Predicted lineup emphasizes rotating attackers, uncertainty at right-back, and a possible Alexander Nübel start if Oliver Baumann remains ill.
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