Germany’s dream to play a final in front of their home crowd got scattered by a disappointing 2-1 semi-final loss to Portugal. While they will fight for the third place match against Franc who lost to Spain in arguably the most dramatic Nations League game in history.
This Nations League 3rd place match between Germany and France is going to be very interesting. Both teams are coming off losses in the semifinals but have shown strong performances. Germany had a good start against Portugal but lost the match after conceding two goals in the second half. Florian Wirtz once again showed his talent by scoring the opening goal.
France’s match against Spain was a total rollercoaster. Initially, they were trailing 5-1 but by the end, they made it 5-4. Young players like Cherki and Kolo Muani tried their best to make a comeback but ran out of time. Deschamps was also a little angry because the defense was very weak. Germany’s home form has been solid in this tournament.
They have won all their home matches in the group stage. Nagelsmann’s system is possession-based, and young players like Musiala and Wirtz control the game. France have pace and counter-attacking power, but their defense looked quite weak against Spain.
These two teams have faced each other many times, and the rivalry is old. France has defeated Germany in important tournaments, but Germany has also won in friendlies in the past few years. The match will be tight, but both teams are expected to play open football. Let’s take a look at the 5 Must-Have Fantasy Picks in dream11 for the third place match between Germany and France.
Germany vs France Match Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | UEFA Nations League 2025 |
| Match | Germany vs France, 3rd Place match |
| Venue | Mercedes-Benz Arena, Stuttgart, Germany |
| Match Date/Time | 6:30 PM IST, Sunday, 8 June, 2025 |
| TV Broadcast | Sony Sports |
| Live Streaming | SonyLiv |
Germany vs France Top 5 Must-Have Fantasy Picks
1. Kylian Mbappé (FRA) – Forward
Mbappé is the most important player of the France team. He helps in scoring or assisting goals in every match. His speed is very fast, and he also takes penalties well. This time, he is going to play very well after losing the semi-final. If you have to choose a captain, then Mbappé is the best option because he is a match winner.
2. Jamal Musiala (GER) – Midfielder
Musiala is a midfielder for Germany who is very creative. He dribbles well with the ball, which means he easily hides from defenders. He is adept at both scoring goals and assisting. If France’s midfield is a bit weak, then Musiala can take advantage of that. In fantasy, he is expected to get more points.
3. Antoine Griezmann (FRA) – Midfielder
Griezmann is France’s midfielder who takes free kicks and corners. He is the brain of the team who distributes the ball to everyone. He has been involved in 4 goals in recent matches, i.e., he either scored a goal or assisted. This is a safe pick if you need a reliable player in midfield.
4. Joshua Kimmich (GER) – Defender/Midfielder
Kimmich is a fantasy point machine. Even if there is nothing in a match, Kimmich can still give you strong base points in any sort of match. Germany’s defender but also plays like a midfielder. He passes the ball well and also tackles opponents. In fantasy, he gets more points because of tackles and passes. Sometimes, he also takes free kicks or corners, so his points can be more.
5. Theo Hernández (FRA) – Defender
Theo Hernández is a defender but he also goes forward and helps the team. He is good at giving assists and helps the team to keep a clean sheet (meaning not conceding a goal). If you want to be a captain in small leagues, then this is a good option because he is a slightly different player.
Germany vs France Predicted Playing XI – UEFA Nations League 2025
Germany Predicted XI:
Neuer (GK), Tah, Rüdiger, Schlotterbeck, Kimmich, Goretzka, Musiala, Wirtz, Havertz, Sane, Fullkrug
France Predicted XI:
Maignan (GK), Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Theo Hernandez, Tchouaméni, Rabiot, Griezmann, Cherki, Kolo Muani, Mbappe
Germany vs France Match Prediction – Who will win Germany vs France match?
We think Germany can get a slight upper hand in this match. They will play in front of the home crowd, and their defence seems more balanced than France’s. France is fast in attack, but the defensive collapse in the previous match can hurt them again. So, brother, in simple words, Germany can win this match. The score can be 3-2 or 2-1 in favour of Germany.
