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>Netherlands vs Germany Predictions, Picks & Odds – 24/09/2026
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The Netherlands enter this Nations League opener under new management, with Xavi Hernandez taking the reins after Ronald Koeman's departure following a disappointing World Cup Round of 32 exit. Recent form reads well, with four wins from their last five outings. Xavi has made a bold early statement by dropping all-time record scorer Memphis Depay from his first squad, while Brian Brobbey arrives in superb form after a hat-trick for Sunderland.
Germany similarly begin a fresh chapter with Jürgen Klopp at the helm, replacing Julian Nagelsmann after their own premature World Cup elimination. Three wins in their last four matches suggest solid momentum, though a recent defeat tempers expectations slightly. Klopp has adopted an unconventional squad rotation policy for September and October, naming two separate groups. Alexander Nübel is projected to start in goal, with Joshua Kimmich anchoring central midfield.
The double chance market covering either side to win at 2.40 or 2.76 forms the backbone of our recommended selection. Both teams averaged three or more goals per game during the 2024/25 Nations League campaign, and neither defence looked particularly settled. A draw feels unlikely when two attack-minded squads, each desperate to make a statement under new coaching regimes, collide in a fierce rivalry renewal.
Both teams to score at 1.43 stands out as a strong supplementary pick. In the previous Nations League edition, BTTS landed in every single match for both the Netherlands and Germany. Brian Brobbey arrives in superb form after his hat-trick for Sunderland, while Jamal Musiala has three goal contributions in his last three Bayern Munich outings. Offensive quality is abundant on both sides.
The over 2.5 goals line at 1.50 complements the selection neatly. Germany's four-goal average and the Netherlands' three-goal average from their most recent Nations League campaigns point firmly towards a high-scoring affair. Defensive uncertainty under new managers, combined with the absence of Jurriën Timber and the potential rotation of Alexander Nübel in goal for Germany, only strengthens the case for goals.
Trends to Know about Netherlands vs Germany
- Both teams scored in every UNL match
- Netherlands averaged 3.0 goals per game
- Germany averaged 4.0 goals per game
Form & Statistics: Netherlands vs Germany
Netherlands
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Germany
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Lineups: Netherlands vs Germany
Netherlands
Starters
- 1 Bart Verbruggen
- 2 Denzel Dumfries
- 3 Virgil van Dijk
- 4 Micky van de Ven
- 5 Nathan Aké
- 6 Joey Veerman
- 7 Ryan Gravenberch
- 8 Tijjani Reijnders
- 9 Jeremie Frimpong
- 10 Brian Brobbey
- 11 Cody Gakpo
Bench
- Mark Flekken
- Robin Roefs
- Lutsharel Geertruida
- Jan Paul van Hecke
- Jorrel Hato
- Guus Til
- Kenneth Taylor
- Quinten Timber
- Crysencio Summerville
- Noa Lang
- Ruben van Bommel
- Mexx Meerdink
Absent
- Justin Kluivert (Injury (missed upcoming Nations League games))
- Donyell Malen (Muscle injury/minor knock (withdrew from squad))
- Frenkie de Jong (Absent/Injury)
- Mats Wieffer (Absent/Injury)
- Jerdy Schouten (Absent/Injury)
- Xavi Simons (Absent/Injury)
- Ian Maatsen (Absent/Injury)
Germany
Starters
- 1 Alexander Nübel
- 2 Josha Vagnoman
- 3 Jonathan Tah
- 4 Yann Aurel Bisseck
- 5 Nathaniel Brown
- 6 Joshua Kimmich
- 7 Felix Nmecha
- 8 Serge Gnabry
- 9 Jamal Musiala
- 10 Lennart Karl
- 11 Kai Havertz
Bench
- Marc-André ter Stegen
- Finn Dahmen
- Hannes Behrens
- Max Rosenfelder
- Philipp Treu
- Nadiem Amiri
- Yannik Engelhardt
- Anton Stach
- Bambasé Conté
- Chris Führich
- Kevin Schade
- Younes Ebnoutalib
Absent
- Brajan Gruda (Lateral abdominal muscle strain (withdrew from squad))
- Leon Goretzka (Injury (carrying injury into Nations League campaign))
- Angelo Stiller (Injury (carrying injury into Nations League campaign))
- Deniz Undav (Injury (left out of squad entirely))
- Nico Schlotterbeck (Torn ligament in left ankle (ruled out for several months in June 2026))
- Manuel Neuer (Retired from national team after World Cup 2026)
- Antonio Rudiger (Retired from national team after World Cup 2026)
- Pascal Gross (Retired from national team after World Cup 2026)
Medium confidence
A 4-3-3 versus 4-2-3-1 contest shapes up as a battle of midfield control, with Ryan Gravenberch and Tijjani Reijnders tasked with dominating the centre for the Oranje against a Germany double pivot anchored by Joshua Kimmich. Both lineups carry probable status from multiple credible outlets, so the tactical picture is reasonably settled.
Germany's adjustment following the Schlotterbeck injury reshapes their defensive unit, while the Netherlands deploy a front three with genuine pace and directness. Jamal Musiala operating in the number ten role will be the key creative outlet for the visitors, and how the Dutch midfield handles his movement could define the match's tempo.
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What time is Netherlands vs Germany?
Netherlands vs Germany kicks off at 19:45 local time on Thursday, 24 September 2026.
Where is Netherlands vs Germany being played?
The venue for this fixture is yet to be confirmed by UEFA.
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