"Their profligacy is not a new concern; it was evident during last summer's Euros, particularly in the quarterfinal against France and the semifinal against Spain. But this time it hurt them more than it should have. In many ways, it was a near-perfect performance. Germany created wave after wave of opportunities, pushed Spain deep into their own half, and left goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger with little to do. Yet the one thing they needed, and arguably deserved, never came: a goal."
"The first half proved frustrating for Germany. Young full back Franziska Kett broke through on goal, but in choosing to go alone, Spain's composed defense dealt with the danger with ease. Jule Brand saw her effort cleared off the line by Irene Paredes, and goalkeeper Cata Coll poorly dealt with Rebecca Knaak's header from a corner, but the Barcelona shot-stopper recovered just in time."
Germany outperformed Spain in the Nations League final first leg but left the pitch with a 0-0 draw after failing to convert numerous promising chances. Finishing problems that appeared during last summer's Euros resurfaced and proved costly. Germany created sustained pressure, pushed Spain deep into their own half, and generated multiple clear openings. The first half featured Franziska Kett's breakthrough cut out, Jule Brand's effort cleared off the line by Irene Paredes, and a mishandled Rebecca Knaak header that was salvaged by Cata Coll. Lea Schüller was absent for personal reasons and Nicole Anyomi has struggled to cement her role under Christian Wück.
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