UEFA Nations League

Germany

01 Oct 2026 19:45

Serbia

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Germany to win 1.25

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Germany vs Serbia Predictions, Picks & Odds – 01/10/2026

UEFA Nations League · 3

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1: Germany to win

1.25 on Betfred · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 29 Sep 2026 at 21:02 · Odds are subject to change

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Germany's recent form reads impressively, with three consecutive wins preceding a draw and a defeat. Yet Jürgen Klopp is still searching for his first victory as national team manager after a draw against the Netherlands and a narrow loss to Greece. Significant squad upheaval has followed, with only six players retained and nine uncapped names potentially in line for debuts. Injuries to Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala have opened the door for Florian Wirtz and Jonathan Burkardt.

Serbia arrive in dire straits, rooted to the bottom of Group A2 without a single point. Defeats to both Greece and the Netherlands, each by a 1-2 scoreline, have left their League A status hanging by a thread. Relegation to League B looms large unless results improve sharply. Several of their squad members, including Luka Jovic and Filip Kostic, know German football intimately from their Bundesliga careers, though that familiarity alone may not be enough to alter their fortunes here.

Germany at 1.25 represents the standout selection here. Jürgen Klopp's side boast three wins in their last five outings and have averaged close to three goals per home match in recent fixtures. Serbia, by contrast, have lost both of their League A encounters so far, conceding twice in each, and arrive with precious little momentum.

The hosts' attacking firepower, even with Havertz and Musiala absent, makes over 2.5 goals at 1.40 a compelling pick. Florian Wirtz and Jonathan Burkardt offer genuine quality in the final third, while Serbia's defensive frailties have been well documented across their opening two defeats.

A both teams to score: no wager at 1.91 rounds off the selection. Serbia managed just one goal in each of their previous Nations League matches and face a significantly reshuffled but still formidable German backline. Klopp will demand defensive discipline from his new-look squad, and the visitors lack the consistency to trouble quality opposition regularly. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Germany vs Serbia

• Germany average 2.67 goals per home match
• Serbia conceded 14 goals in recent fixtures
• Nine potential Germany debutants add firepower

Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1, setting the stage for a tactically familiar contest in which the midfield battle will likely prove decisive. Germany's double pivot of Pavlovic and Nmecha will be tasked with limiting the influence of Lukić and Gudelj, who provide the platform from which Serbia build.

Florian Wirtz operates as the creative fulcrum behind a front line that offers pace and directness, while Dušan Tadić's experience in the Serbian ten role gives the visitors a composed outlet. The mirrored structures suggest transitions and set-pieces could be the margins that separate these two sides.

How to Watch Germany vs Serbia Match?

What time is Germany vs Serbia?

Germany vs Serbia kicks off at 19:45 BST on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

Where is Germany vs Serbia being played?

The venue for Germany vs Serbia is yet to be confirmed by UEFA.

How Can I Watch Germany vs Serbia on TV and Live Stream?

Broadcast details for Germany vs Serbia will be confirmed closer to the fixture date. Odds correct at time of publication.