Germany were hoping to be competing for the 2024–25 UEFA Nations League trophy on Sunday but will instead be playing for third place when they face France in Stuttgart.
A quick-fire comeback from Portugal in Wednesday’s semifinal saw Germany’s wait for the Nations League title go on, Cristiano Ronaldo’s second-half strike sinking Julian Nagelsmann’s side. Now attention turns to the battle for bronze with familiar opponents France.
Things have not been straightforward for Germany in June, with injuries leaving them without key personnel. The likes of Jamal Musiala and Antonio Rüdiger are among the aces missing from the pack, but Die Mannschaft will still be able to field an abundance of talent against France.
Here’s how Germany could line up.






