Germany 4-0 Luxembourg Player Ratings: Joshue Kimmich Rated 9.5/10 as Germany Seal Dominant Win

Germany delivered a commanding performance at the PreZero Arena, brushing aside the Luxembourg national football team with a comprehensive 4-0 win in their UEFA World Cup Qualifying campaign. From the opening whistle, the hosts asserted their dominance, setting the tone with relentless attacking intent — even a disallowed goal by Nick Woltemade following a VAR check could not disrupt their rhythm.

The breakthrough came in style as David Raum curled home a stunning free-kick, but the turning point arrived in the 20th minute when Luxembourg’s Dirk Carlson was shown a red card for a penalty foul. Joshua Kimmich calmly converted from the spot, leaving the visitors with a mountain to climb. Reduced to ten men, Luxembourg were unable to withstand the relentless pressure, and Germany capitalised with two more second-half goals — one from Serge Gnabry and another from Kimmich — to seal a dominant victory in a match that became a one-sided showcase of attacking control. Here are SportsDunia's Germany vs Luxembourg Player ratings:

Germany Player Ratings vs Luxembourg

Here are Germany Player Ratings from the Germany vs Luxembourg World Cup Qualifier:

Goalkeeper

Oliver Baumann - 6.5: He had one of the easiest nights of his career. Baumann was a spectator for most of the match. He made a single save, which was straightforward. We noticed he was composed on the ball when needed. But in reality, he could have brought a book to read. It's tough to rate him higher with so little to do.

Defenders

Jonathan Tah - 7.5: A rock at the back, though he wasn't tested much. His passing was simply immaculate, completing 120 of 125 attempts. He controlled the defensive line with ease. Tah was a calm and composed figure throughout. A very comfortable performance for the centre-back.

Joshua Kimmich - 9.5: The clear man of the match and our highest-rated player. He was absolutely sensational. He scored a penalty and a clever second goal. His leadership as captain was evident. He was constantly driving the team forward from his defensive role. A truly dominant and inspiring display from him.

Nico Schlotterbeck - 6.5: Played only the first half. He was neat and tidy in possession. His passing was crisp and accurate. He was substituted at halftime, likely to manage his minutes. A solid, if unspectacular, 45-minute shift.

David Raum - 8.5: What a performance from the left-back. He scored a stunning free-kick to open the scoring. He was a constant menace down the flank. Raum created an incredible five chances for his teammates. His delivery was a weapon all evening before his late substitution.

Midfielders

Aleksandar Pavlovic - 8.0: The midfield metronome for his team. He had a staggering 160 touches on the ball. He dictated the tempo of the entire match. From our perspective, his vision was superb, creating three key chances. An authoritative and classy display in the middle of the park.

Leon Goretzka - 7.5: A powerful and energetic presence. He made strong runs into the box. His finishing let him down slightly, with several shots off target. Despite that, he won most of his duels. He was a physical force that Luxembourg couldn't handle.

Karim Adeyemi - 6.0: A frustrating evening for the winger. His pace was a threat, but his final product was lacking. He missed a big chance and often lost possession. He just couldn't make the impact he wanted to. It was no surprise to see him substituted.

Florian Wirtz - 8.0: The creative genius of the team. He was so unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. He hit the post with a fantastic free-kick. Wirtz was buzzing around, creating four chances. A joy to watch, full of tricks and intelligent passes.

Serge Gnabry - 7.5: He looked sharp and dangerous. Gnabry took his goal with a clinical right-footed finish. He was a constant threat before being substituted. He provided a crucial goalscoring contribution. A good day's work for the winger.

Forwards

Nick Woltemade - 6.0: A tough outing for the striker. He had a goal cruelly disallowed by VAR early on. He worked hard and linked up play at times. However, he struggled to get clear-cut chances. He was taken off after an hour of hard running.

Substitutes

Waldemar Anton - 6.5: Came on at halftime and looked solid. Ridle Baku - 6.0: Added fresh legs on the wing. Jonathan Burkardt - 6.5: Was lively and had a couple of late shots saved. Maximilian Beier - N/A: Didn't have enough time to make an impact. Nathaniel Brown - N/A: Came on late to see the game out.

Manager

J. Nagelsmann - 8.0: His game plan worked to perfection. He set his team up to attack from the start. Germany was fluid and relentless. His substitutions were logical and managed the game well. It was an easy day at the office for him, executed flawlessly.

Luxembourg Player Ratings vs Germany

Here are Luxembourg Player Ratings from the Germany vs Luxembourg World Cup Qualifier:

Goalkeeper

Anthony Moris - 6.5: It's hard to fault the keeper. He conceded four goals, a tough situation. But he also made four important saves. Without him, the scoreline could have been much worse. He was left completely exposed by his defense.

Defenders

Seid Korac - 5.5: He was under siege for the entire match. He made seven clearances but was part of a defense that was torn apart. The German attack was just too much for him. A very difficult and long night for the defender.

Enes Mahmutovic - 6.0: Fought valiantly against the odds. He made a massive nine clearances and blocked three shots. He put his body on the line repeatedly. From our perspective, he was one of the few who showed real grit. Still, it was an impossible task for him.

Laurent Jans - 5.5: The captain had a nightmare evening. He tried to organize a defense that was in disarray. He made several clearances but spent the game chasing shadows. He was simply overwhelmed by Germany's fluid movement.

Dirk Carlson - 3.0: The clear worst performer on the pitch. His rash decision-making cost his team dearly. Getting a red card and giving away a penalty in just 20 minutes is disastrous. He single-handedly ended the contest for his side. A performance to forget.

Midfielders

Florian Bohnert - 5.0: He was completely overrun in the midfield battle. He barely got a touch of the ball. He was substituted at halftime after an anonymous 45 minutes. The game just passed him by.

Tomás Moreira - 4.5: A ghost in the midfield. He struggled to get involved in the game at all. His passing was poor and he lost possession too easily. It was a surprise he lasted 67 minutes. A really ineffective performance.

Christopher Martins - 5.0: A combative but reckless display. He picked up a deserved yellow card. He tried to get stuck in but gave away needless fouls. He was more of a liability than an asset. His indiscipline hurt his team's slim chances.

Leandro Barreiro - 6.0: One of the few bright spots for his team. He showed incredible fight and work rate. He won an impressive seven duels. However, his passing was shockingly poor at just 29% accuracy. A mixed performance of industry and imprecision.

Mathias Olesen - 5.0: Another midfielder who was chasing German shadows all night. He couldn't cope with the pace and intelligence of the opposition. He tried to contribute defensively but was largely bypassed. A very tough lesson for the young player.

Forwards

Aiman Dardari - 6.0: He was incredibly isolated up front. He managed to get Luxembourg's only shot on target. He showed some desire, tracking back and making tackles. But he had absolutely no service. An impossible job on the night.

Substitutes

Eric Veiga - 5.5: Came on at halftime into a hopeless situation. Vahid Selimovic - 5.5: Couldn't stem the tide. Olivier Thill - N/A: Had little time to make any difference. Sébastien Thill - N/A: A late cameo with the game long over. Eldin Dzogovic - N/A: Brought on for the final few minutes.

Manager

J. Strasser - 5.0: His game plan went out the window after 20 minutes. The red card completely changed everything. From that point, it was purely a damage limitation exercise. There was very little he could do to alter the course of the match. A frustrating and helpless night for the coach.

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