"Losing three of their previous four appearances across all competitions, the European giants have also failed to register consecutive victories so far this calendar year. Simply looking to avoid what would be an infamous qualifying banana skin this weekend, Germany have also continued to show some glaring defensive issues. In fact, Nagelsmann's side have failed to muster a clean sheet from any of their last seven consecutive outings."
"Likewise, Borussia Dortmund ace Nico Schlotterbeck has been handed a recall to Naglesmann's squad and could feature from the start. However, drastically failing to find his feet after arriving at West Ham last year, Niklas Fullkrug has been omitted and will play no part this month. Recording five direct goal contributions in as many appearances for BVB, Karim Adeyemi could be handed the chance to feature from the start."
Germany enter the World Cup qualifier under significant pressure after a 2-0 opening defeat and inconsistent recent form, including three losses in four matches and no clean sheets in seven outings. Defensive frailties remain a primary concern and consecutive victories have been elusive this calendar year. Squad changes include a maiden call-up for Nathaniel Brown and the recall of Nico Schlotterbeck, while Niklas Fullkrug is omitted. Karim Adeyemi has been productive for Borussia Dortmund and could start. Luxembourg have struggled in Group A, suffering recent defeats and occupying a lowly position in qualifying.
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