Germany face an important UEFA Nations League clash on Friday evening when they travel to Serbia in their penultimate Group A2 fixture.

Jurgen Klopp’s side currently sit third in the group and trail both the Netherlands and Greece by three points, meaning anything less than victory could severely damage their chances of reaching the quarter-finals. Serbia, meanwhile, have endured a miserable campaign and are already out of contention for a top-two finish.

Verdict: Away win to nil

Best odds: 13/10

Bookmaker: 1xBet

Serbia

Serbia’s Nations League campaign has been one to forget.

Veljko Paunovic’s side have lost all four of their matches in Group A2, beginning with a 2-1 home defeat to Greece before suffering losses against the Netherlands, Germany and the Dutch again in their most recent outing.

The Eagles have now lost six consecutive matches in all competitions and have managed only one victory since the end of 2025. As a result, they sit bottom of the group without a single point and can no longer qualify for the knockout stage.

While a top-two finish is impossible, Serbia can still avoid finishing last if they defeat Germany and produce a strong result in their final fixture.

Team News

There is additional bad news for the visitors, with midfielders Sasa Lukic and Nemanja Maksimovic suspended. Their absence places more responsibility on Sergej Milinkovic-Savic to control the midfield.

Up front, experienced striker Aleksandar Mitrovic is expected to earn his 107th international cap and should again be partnered by Mihajlo Cvetkovic.

Germany

Germany know exactly what is required.

Klopp’s team have won just one of their four group matches, drawing twice and losing once. After opening with a 1-1 draw against the Netherlands, Germany suffered a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to Greece before beating Serbia 2-0 at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

Their most recent fixture ended in a frustrating goalless draw against Greece, leaving them three points behind the top two heading into the final two matchdays.

The equation is simple: Germany need six points from matches against Serbia and the Netherlands if they are to give themselves the best possible chance of reaching the quarter-finals.

Team News

Klopp can at least call upon plenty of attacking talent. Kai Havertz is expected to lead the line once again, while Florian Wirtz should feature prominently. Exciting young players Said El Mala and Lennart Karl are also pushing for starting roles.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen remains Germany’s first-choice goalkeeper, while defenders Philipp Treu, Malick Thiaw and Yann Bisseck must be careful, as all three are one booking away from suspension.

Key Factors to Consider

• Germany sit third in Group A2, three points behind the top two.
• Serbia have lost all four Nations League matches.
• The Germans beat Serbia 2-0 in the reverse fixture.
• Serbia are winless in their last six matches in all competitions.
• Kai Havertz has scored 25 goals for his country.
• Serbia are missing suspended midfield pair Sasa Lukic and Nemanja Maksimovic.

Conclusion

Germany have not been particularly convincing throughout this Nations League campaign, but this fixture provides a clear opportunity to get their qualification hopes back on track.

Serbia have struggled badly for form, confidence and consistency, while suspensions further weaken an already fragile squad. Even if Klopp’s side are not at their very best, they should possess too much quality across the pitch. Even finding the back of the opposition net once is likely to prove a task too hard for the hosts.