Germany faced France in the Nations League Third Place match after a disappointing exit. Despite showing promise, including a strong performance from Deniz Undav, the team was ultimately outmatched. Notable performances came from Robin Koch on defense and Joshua Kimmich, who was perhaps the only reliable defensive player. Karim Adeyemi stood out but struggled to convert chances, showcasing Germany's ongoing issues with finishing. The game underscored Germany's need to improve as they grappled with a talented and cohesive French side.
While Michael Olise is a strong contender for the Jersey Swap, we should pay attention to Cherki's phenomenal performance. The French #25 was a solid threat and constantly found ways to bypass the German midfield and feed his teammates Kylian Mbappe and Marcus Thuram.
Kimmich was perhaps the only remotely competent player in the defensive side. While Germany was arguably the better team in terms of chances, they were clearly overrun by France on multiple occasions.
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