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Germany Vs Italy Preview

Tournament: UEFA Nations League

Date: Monday, March 24

Kick-off time: 19:45 GMT

Venue: Signal Iduna Park

Germany are to tussle Italy for a place in the semi-final of the UEFA Nations League at the iconic Signal Iduna Park in the second leg of the quarterfinal clash. The home side currently are leading by 2-1 aggregate with this match crucial to confirm their place in the next round.

Germany delivered a strong performance in the first leg showing their mental strength and desire to turn the tie to 2-1 after conceding the first goal. With this win, they have taken a step closer to securing a dream final berth. Julian Nagelsmann's side are unbeaten in their last seven matches in all competitions while also marking their dominance over Italy having got the better of them in each of their previous seven encounters.

Italy on the other hand will be disappointed to surrender the lead from the first leg despite scoring the goal and creating several chances which they couldn't score.

Having secured consecutive berths in the previous two editions, the dice are on Italy's court to turnaround the tie. Luciano Spalletti has plenty to ponder after consecutive defeats in the last two matches first against France in the final UEFA Nations League group stage match and now against Germany in the first leg.

Germany Team News

Germany despite missing several key players produced a brilliant performance in the last match. The injury to Kai Havertz, and Florian Wirtz particularly was the talking point before the match which they silenced brilliantly.

Credit should be given to Julian Nagelsmann for showing faith in the likes of Leon Goretzka, and Tim Kleindiesnt who scored the goals. Joshua Kimmich provided both the assists for them and is likely to be the man to create the chances for them again.

Italy Team News

Italy suffered a blow in the last match as Riccardo Calafiori limped off injured. He and Mateo Retegui are likely the players who are set to miss this crucial match due to injury. Versatile Juventus player Andre Cambiaso is expected to be back in the squad which will come as good news for them as he can play a crucial role for them off the bench.

Germany Vs Italy Predicted Lineups

Germany predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Baumann

Defenders: Kimmich, Rudiger, Schlotterbeck, Mittlestaedt

Midfielders: Gross, Goretzka

Attackers: Sane, Musiala, Adeyemi; Kleindienst

Italy predicted lineup (3-5-2):

Goalkeeper: Donnarumma

Defenders: Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Buongiorno

Midfielders: Bellanova, Barella, Ricci, Tonali, Udogie

Attackers: Kean, Raspadori

Germany Vs Italy H2H Record

In the last five meetings, Germany have been the better side as they secured two wins while also drawing another three matches against them.

Key players to watch in Germany Vs Italy

Joshua Kimmich (Germany)

Joshua Kimmich is probably one of the best midfielders of this generation who is brilliant with the ball and equally good at defending one one-on-one situations.

He is already an experienced player in the camp who has smashed over 98 appearances for them after making his debut in 2016 for them. In the first leg, he was the ultimate difference maker as he provided both assists to help Germany overcome the early goal scare.

Nico Barella (Italy)

Nico Barella might play a crucial role here in Italy as he can run the game from midfield while also providing a goalscoring threat from outside the box.

Having made his debut in 2017 for the national team, he has gone on to make 60 appearances for them scoring ten goals in the process. Barella delivered a complete performance in the first leg creating two chances, completing two dribbles while also making a successful tackle.

Germany Vs Italy Prediction

This clash is going to be exciting considering the fact two top teams battle each other for a semi-final place. Germany will be a favorite considering their first-leg advantage and also their dominance over Italy in the past. However, you cannot rule out Italy as they have the quality in their squad to turn the tie around.

Predicted Score: Germany 3-2 Italy

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