Stuttgart, March 31, 2026
Germany secured a 2-0 victory over Greece in an international friendly, with goals from Saïd El Mala and Anton Kade marking a confident performance under coach Julian Nagelsmann.
El Mala opened the scoring in the 11th minute, capitalizing on an early opportunity to put the hosts ahead. Kade sealed the win with a second goal in the 73rd minute, ensuring a comfortable result for the DFB-Team.
The match saw Nagelsmann field a mix of established players and emerging talents, including Stuttgart’s Deniz Undav, though the coach appeared unmoved by Undav’s performance. Rudi Völler, Germany’s sporting director, was also present, observing the team’s progress ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Germany’s lineup featured contributions from Nick Woltemade and Kai Havertz, while Ghana-born El Mala continued to impress with his clinical finishing. The victory extends Germany’s positive momentum as they prepare for competitive matches later this year.
No further details were provided regarding Greece’s performance or lineup. The friendly served as a final tune-up before Germany’s next scheduled tournament qualifiers.