Slovakia vs Germany: Team News, Tactics, and Stakes for the World Cup Qualifying Opener
Slovakia hosts Germany in Bratislava on September 4, 2025, to kick off 2026 World Cup qualifying. The hosts need a reset after losses to Greece and Israel. Germany aims for a strong start after Nations League defeats to Portugal and France. Key names: Duda and Leo Sauer for Slovakia, Kimmich and Rüdiger for Germany. Expect a tense, high-stakes opener.