Luxembourg head into their penultimate World Cup Qualification (WCQ) fixture knowing the challenge ahead is enormous. The Red Lions have endured a miserable campaign so far, having lost all four matches and scored just a single goal.History is set to repeat itself unless a miracle occurs, as defeats in the next two fixtures would see Luxembourg finish a WCQ cycle pointless for the first time since 2006.
Despite the grim statistics, home advantage could offer some encouragement; Luxembourg have avoided defeat in three of their last six home matches, and they will hope to exploit any early German complacency in front of their fans.
However, the Red Lions’ offensive struggles remain their biggest concern. With just one goal in four games, creating scoring opportunities against Germany’s organized defence will be difficult. Coach Luc Holtz will be counting on Danel Sinani, who has scored four of his last five international goals after the hour mark, to inject some life into Luxembourg’s attack.
Still, the visitors’ superior firepower and tactical discipline mean that Luxembourg will need nothing short of a historic performance to leave the pitch with points.
Germany arrive in Luxembourg having already beaten the hosts 4-0 in the reverse fixture, reinforcing their dominance in the head-to-head series, which includes four consecutive wins by a combined 22-0 scoreline.
Julian Nagelsmann’s men sit atop Group A but cannot afford complacency, with Slovakia and Northern Ireland close behind. Road form suggests a comfortable outing, as Germany have lost just one of their last seven away games, and the lone defeat in this WCQ cycle came against Slovakia.
The team’s focus will also be on integrating key players back into the setup. Softfootball understands that Nagelsmann is pleased Marc-André ter Stegen is close to fitness, which will increase competition for the World Cup starting spot alongside Baumann.
Captain Joshua Kimmich, fresh from a brace in the reverse fixture, is expected to continue his goal-scoring influence, which has consistently produced high-scoring games. Germany will be aiming to extend their lead in the group and maintain momentum as they approach the final round of WCQ matches.
Team News
Luxembourg appear to have a full squad available, with no fresh absences reported. Danel Sinani remains their key attacking outlet, especially after scoring the majority of his international goals in the second half.
Luxembourg National team via its official X handle provided an update on the time and venue for the monster clash against Germany at the ongoing 2026 World Cup qualifiers. They posted
Germany are still without Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala, Antonio Rüdiger, and Marc-André ter Stegen, though the latter is nearing full fitness, offering Nagelsmann an extra option in goal and adding competition ahead of the World Cup. Kimmich will once again lead the German charge in midfield, supported by a strong backline and prolific attackers.
Possible Lineups
Moris; Jans, M. Martins, Korac, Carlson; Olesen; Sinani, C. Martins, Barreiro, Moreira; Dardari
Germany possible starting lineup:
Baumann; Kimmich, Tah, Anton, Raum; Pavlovic, Goretzka; Gnabry, Wirtz, Adeyemi; Woltemade
Ahead of the crucial World Cup qualifiers against Luxembourg, Germany via its official X handle shared an update on the current captain Joshua kimmich, who didn’t train with the team yesterday. The player might not be available for selection, which could result into a big blow for the German side. They posted :
SoftFootball Prediction
Germany are overwhelming favourites in this encounter. Luxembourg’s lack of goals, combined with their weak record against the German side, makes an upset highly improbable. Expect Nagelsmann’s men to control possession and dominate proceedings, with Kimmich likely to add to his scoring tally.
Prediction: Luxembourg 0–4 Germany
