Germany will face France in the UEFA Nations League Third-Place Play-off today, Sunday, June 8th, 2025. The match is at the MHPArena in Stuttgart, Germany. Kick-off is at 1:00 PM BST (2:00 PM CEST local time).
Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Germany: D-W-W-W-L (Overall: 3 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss)
France: W-W-L-D-L (Overall: 2 Wins, 1 Draw, 2 Losses)
Head-to-Head (Last 5 Competitive Meetings)
- June 5, 2025: Spain 5 – 4 France (UEFA Nations League Semi-Final) – *France’s most recent competitive match*
- June 4, 2025: Germany 1 – 2 Portugal (UEFA Nations League Semi-Final) – *Germany’s most recent competitive match*
- June 15, 2021: France 1 – 0 Germany (UEFA Euro 2020 Group Stage)
- October 16, 2018: France 2 – 1 Germany (UEFA Nations League Group Stage)
- September 6, 2018: Germany 0 – 0 France (UEFA Nations League Group Stage)
Team News
Germany: Germany will be looking to bounce back from their semi-final loss. Julian Nagelsmann might make some rotations, but key players like Florian Wirtz and Joshua Kimmich are expected to play. Jamal Musiala is still out with injury. They will want to finish the tournament on a positive note in front of their home fans.
France: France also suffered a disappointing semi-final defeat. Didier Deschamps has indicated that he will be forced to make changes due to the quick turnaround and potential fatigue. Kylian Mbappé will likely lead the line, but other attacking options like Rayan Cherki might get a start. Ousmane Dembélé and Bradley Barcola have withdrawn from the squad due to injuries.
Predicted Lineups
Germany (4-2-3-1): Ter Stegen; Kimmich, Tah, Koch, Mittelstädt; Goretzka, Groß; Sané, Wirtz, Gnabry; Füllkrug.
France (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Gusto, Konaté, L. Hernandez, T. Hernandez; Tchouaméni, Rabiot; Cherki, Olise, Coman; Mbappé.
Match Facts
- This is the Third-Place Play-off of the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals.
- The match is being held in Germany, the host nation of the finals.
- Germany is looking for their first Nations League trophy, having missed out on the final.
- France won the Nations League in 2021.
- These two nations have a long footballing history, with France holding a slight edge in competitive meetings.
Score Prediction
Third-place play-offs can often be open and entertaining, as the pressure of reaching the final is off. Both teams have strong attacking talent. Germany will want to prove themselves at home after their semi-final defeat. France, despite potential rotations, still possesses significant firepower. It could be a high-scoring game. Prediction: Germany 2-2 France (France to win on penalties).
Where to Watch
The match starts at 1:00 PM BST today, Sunday, June 8th. Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United Kingdom: Amazon Prime Video.
- In Germany: ARD Das Erste, DAZN, ZDF.
- In France: L’Équipe, TF1+.
- In Spain: RTVE.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters.
Free Ways to Watch
Some platforms may offer free trials or in certain regions, the match might be available on free-to-air channels. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming.
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