Germany vs Serbia: Nations League Team News, H2H & Match Guide

Germany vs Serbia meet at the Allianz Arena in Munich in UEFA Nations League League A Group A2, with both teams still searching for their first win of the campaign. Germany have one point from two matches, while Serbia arrive in Munich after two 2-1 defeats.

Germany drew 1-1 away to the Netherlands before losing 1-0 to Greece in Jürgen Klopp’s first home match as national-team coach. Serbia lost 2-1 to Greece and then 2-1 to the Netherlands, leaving Veljko Paunović’s side fourth in the group.

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The Allianz Arena hosts Germany’s second consecutive home match after the 1-0 defeat to Greece in Augsburg. Serbia travel to Munich before facing the Netherlands in Eindhoven on 4 October.

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Germany vs Serbia stats show why Matchday 3 matters for both teams. Greece lead Group A2 with six points, the Netherlands have four, Germany have one and Serbia have none.

Germany have scored once in two group matches. Serbia have found the net in both games but conceded twice each time. A win in Munich would give either side a much stronger position before the final fixture of the October window.

Germany vs Serbia team news includes a confirmed change in goal for the hosts. Klopp has named Jonas Urbig as Germany’s starting goalkeeper, giving the Bayern Munich player his senior international debut at his club stadium.

Nico Schlotterbeck will miss the match after injuring his ankle during a warm-up exercise without contact. Germany had the injury assessed immediately, and Klopp confirmed the defender would not be available against Serbia.

Germany changed a large part of the squad after the opening two Nations League matches. Yann Aurel Bisseck, Josha Vagnoman, Anton Stach, Chris Führich, Kevin Schade and Serge Gnabry were among the players called for the Serbia and Greece fixtures.

Serbia travel without Sergej Milinković-Savić. Paunović confirmed before the match that the midfielder is not with the squad as Serbia manage player recovery and make changes for the final two fixtures of the window.

Goalkeeper Dragan Rosić was added to the Serbia group before the trip to Munich. Paunović also brought Stefan Gudelj into the senior setup as Serbia adjusted the squad following the defeat to the Netherlands.

Dušan Tadić remains an important source of experience for Serbia. The captain was influential in the opening defeat to Greece, while Luka Jović scored Serbia’s equaliser against the Netherlands before the visitors restored their lead.

Germany vs Serbia lineups will be confirmed close to kick-off, but one position is already settled: Urbig starts in Germany’s goal. Schlotterbeck’s absence also forces a change in central defence.

Jonathan Tah and Yann Aurel Bisseck are among Germany’s central defensive options, while Gnabry, Schade and Führich give Klopp different choices in the attacking positions. The final midfield combination will be important after Germany struggled to turn possession into goals against Greece.

Serbia used Vanja Milinković-Savić in goal against the Netherlands, with Nikola Milenković, Strahinja Pavlović, Nemanja Gudelj, Saša Lukić, Andrija Živković, Tadić and Jović among the experienced players available during the window. Paunović can change the shape in Munich after using different combinations in the opening two games.

Germany vs Serbia H2H has produced a different result in each of the three senior meetings since Serbia began competing under its current name. Germany won in 2008, Serbia won at the 2010 World Cup and the teams drew in 2019.

The 2010 World Cup meeting remains the only competitive Germany-Serbia match in that three-game sequence. Milan Jovanović scored the only goal as Serbia won 1-0 in Port Elizabeth.

UEFA’s broader historical record also includes Germany and West Germany meetings with Yugoslavia and Serbia and Montenegro. For the current national-team pairing, the 2008, 2010 and 2019 matches provide the clearest recent comparison.

Germany need more threat around the penalty area after scoring once in their opening two Nations League games. Gnabry offers direct movement and finishing, while Germany’s midfield must create better chances against a Serbia defence that has conceded four goals in two matches.

For Serbia, Tadić can connect midfield and attack, Živković provides width and Jović gives the team a central finishing option. Serbia scored early against Greece and equalised quickly after half-time against the Netherlands, but they have not yet turned those moments into points.

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Germany vs Serbia prediction discussions naturally start with Germany’s home advantage, but their first two results under Klopp make this a more open test than reputation alone suggests. Germany have one goal and one point; Serbia have no points but have scored in both matches.

Germany’s main task is to create clearer chances and protect a reshaped defence without Schlotterbeck. Serbia need to defend more consistently after conceding twice against both Greece and the Netherlands, while still giving Tadić, Živković and Jović enough support to threaten in transition.

The first goal could have a major effect on the contest. Germany have not led in the competition this season, while Serbia led Greece and drew level with the Netherlands before losing both matches. The team that manages those momentum changes better will have a stronger route to three points.

Germany vs Serbia live coverage starts with kick-off at 20:45 CEST in Munich and 18:45 UTC. ZDF holds the German television broadcast, while viewers elsewhere should check the authorised UEFA broadcaster or streaming service in their territory.

Confirmed starting lineups are expected shortly before kick-off. Live match coverage will then update the score, goals, cards, substitutions and statistics throughout the game.

Germany vs Serbia tickets are tied to the Allianz Arena fixture in Munich. Supporters attending the match should use official DFB ticket information and venue guidance for entry requirements, access times and any remaining ticket availability.

The Allianz Arena is Germany’s home venue for this Matchday 3 fixture. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:45 local time.

Germany vs Serbia is scheduled for Thursday, 1 October 2026 in Matchday 3 of the UEFA Nations League.

Kick-off is at 20:45 CEST in Munich, which is 18:45 UTC.

The match is at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany.

Germany and Serbia are in League A Group A2 with Greece and the Netherlands.

Germany drew 1-1 away to the Netherlands and lost 1-0 at home to Greece, taking one point from the first two matches.

Serbia lost 2-1 to Greece and 2-1 to the Netherlands in their opening two matches.

Jürgen Klopp has confirmed that Jonas Urbig will start and make his senior Germany debut.

No. Schlotterbeck has been ruled out after suffering an ankle injury in training.

No. Serbia coach Veljko Paunović confirmed that the midfielder is not with the squad for the Germany match.

Since 2008, Germany have one win, Serbia have one win and one match has ended in a draw.

Broadcast availability depends on territory. Viewers can check UEFA’s authorised broadcaster listings, while SP Score provides live scores, lineups and match statistics.

Germany vs Serbia gives both teams an opportunity to change the direction of their Nations League campaign. Germany have one point after two matches and Serbia have none, while Greece and the Netherlands already occupy the top two places in Group A2.

Urbig’s debut, Schlotterbeck’s absence, Serbia’s midfield changes and the response of both attacks after difficult opening results give the Munich fixture several clear points of interest. The result will also shape the pressure on Germany and Serbia before their next Group A2 matches.

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