Match Awards from Germany's 3-1 win vs. Northern Ireland in World Cup Qualifying

"Germany arrived in Köln looking to break a three-game winless streak, and for a moment, it seemed they would easily. Serge Gnabry's dinked finish put Die Mannschaft up 1-0 in the seventh minute, but a poor piece of marking from Gnabry himself allowed Isaac Price to equalize for Northern Ireland just before the half. The Northern Irish, who haven't qualified for a World Cup in 40 years, were making the Germans deeply uncomfortable until a wave of super-subs injected the energy and directness"

"Isaac Price, with a volley from Justin Devenny's curling corner, served up a painful reminder of what Germany lacks: a striker who finishes his chances. A constant menace, Price continuously threatened to break on the counter-attack to add to Germany's defensive woes. Besides scoring Northern Ireland's only goal of the game, Price put in a clean passing display and spearheaded his side's defensive effort. All of which make him worthy of the Jersey Swap."

"Once again, Germany's defense did not look particularly impressive, especially against a team of Northern Ireland's caliber. However, Waldemar Anton proved to be a reliable presence in the middle of Nagelsmann's back three, particularly in the air. He used his height to consistently snuff out counter-attacking attempts and almost headed home a goal himself, only to be denied by the crossbar."

Germany arrived in Köln aiming to end a three-game winless run and took an early lead through Serge Gnabry. Poor marking allowed Isaac Price to equalize just before halftime, and Price remained a constant counter-attacking threat. Price scored from a Justin Devenny corner volley, delivered a clean passing display, and anchored Northern Ireland's defensive work. Germany showed defensive vulnerabilities until super-subs supplied energy and directness. Waldemar Anton provided dependable aerial defending in the back three. Veteran midfielder Groß completed 95 percent of 135 passes and combined passing quality with combative defensive contributions.

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