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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 manager Xavi Hernandez, who has made bold early decisions, most notably dropping all-time record scorer Memphis Depay from his first squad. Recent form reads well: four wins and a draw across their last five outings. Brian Brobbey arrives in superb shape after a hat-trick for Sunderland, though Jurriën Timber will not be risked as he manages his workload with Arsenal.
Germany begin the Jürgen Klopp era following their disappointing World Cup exit. Three wins in their last five matches suggest a squad still finding consistency, and Klopp's unconventional decision to name two separate squads for the September and October windows signals a willingness to experiment. Alexander Nübel is projected to start in goal despite Marc-André ter Stegen being confirmed as first choice, while Jamal Musiala carries three goal contributions from his last three Bayern Munich appearances.
The home or away pick at 2.42 and 2.72 respectively looks the sharpest route into this fixture. Both sides averaged at least three goals per game during the 2024/25 Nations League campaign, and both teams to score landed in every single match for each nation in that competition. With that kind of attacking output on both sides, a draw feels like the least likely outcome here.
Germany's firepower under Klopp looks formidable despite his rotational squad policy. Jamal Musiala has contributed two goals and one assist across his last three Bayern Munich outings, while Alexander Nübel starting in goal adds a layer of uncertainty at the back. The Netherlands lose defensive stability too, with Jurriën Timber unlikely to feature and Matthijs de Ligt still recovering from a long-term back injury.
Brian Brobbey's hat-trick form for Sunderland gives Xavi a genuine focal point in attack, and the Dutch have won three of their last five matches. Germany's recent sequence of three consecutive victories is equally compelling. Confidence sits at 58% that one side pulls clear. The over 2.5 goals line at N/A and both teams to score at 1.04 complement the main selection nicely given these teams' relentless scoring trends.
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
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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 against a 4-2-3-1 sets up a fascinating midfield contest at the heart of this Nations League opener. Ryan Gravenberch and Tijjani Reijnders will look to dominate the central zones, while Germany's double pivot of Joshua Kimmich and Felix Nmecha is tasked with absorbing Dutch pressure and launching transitions.
Jamal Musiala operating in the number ten role is Germany's chief creative threat, given the licence to drift and connect with Kai Havertz up front. For the Netherlands, Jeremie Frimpong's overlapping runs from right back add an extra dimension to a front three already built around the physicality of Brian Brobbey.
How to Watch Netherlands vs Germany Match?
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 Netherlands vs Germany is still to be confirmed by UEFA.
How Can I Watch Netherlands vs Germany on TV and Live Stream?
Netherlands vs Germany will be broadcast on local TV networks, with streaming details to be confirmed closer to kickoff.