Netherlands and Germany name likely line-ups for Nations League clash

The Netherlands and Germany begin their Nations League campaigns against one another, with both sides entering a new phase after being eliminated in the World Cup round of 16.

The meeting also comes with significant changes to both squads and coaching benches. The Netherlands have made several notable selection decisions, while Germany are preparing for Jurgen Klopp’s first match in charge.

Netherlands

Xavi has left Memphis Depay out of his squad, while Frenkie de Jong is unavailable because of injury. Xavi Simons, De Ligt, Schouten and Maatsen are also missing from the Netherlands group.

There are, however, places for goalkeeper Verbruggen and captain Van Dijk, as well as Timber, Gakpo and Malen. Noa Lang is expected to complete the front three in the proposed line-up.

The Netherlands’ likely XI is:

Goalkeeper: Verbruggen

Defenders: Dumfries, Van Dijk, Van de Ven, Ake

Midfielders: Gravenberch, Reijnders, Koopmeiners

Forwards: Malen, Gakpo, Noa Lang

The match will be the Netherlands’ opening fixture of the Nations League, with the side looking to start the new campaign against one of their major European rivals.

Germany

Germany will be without Leroy Sane, Deniz Undav and Leon Goretzka for Klopp’s first game with the national team.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen is expected to take on a more prominent role in goal following Manuel Neuer’s retirement. In defence, Schlotterbeck and Jonathan Tah are both expected to start.

Gnabry and Havertz remain Germany’s main attacking options, while Karim Adeyemi is also included in the likely starting line-up. Musiala is set to feature in midfield alongside Kimmich and Pavlovic.

Germany’s probable XI is:

Goalkeeper: Ter Stegen

Defenders: Vagnoman, Tah, Schlotterbeck, Brown

Midfielders: Kimmich, Pavlovic, Musiala

Forwards: Gnabry, Havertz, Karim Adeyemi

The Nations League first-round fixture is due to take place shortly, with both teams beginning the competition against one another.

Pre-match betting odds from 1xbet give the Netherlands a price of 2.40 to win. A draw is listed at 3.80, while Germany are priced at 2.70.