Germany Player Ratings vs Serbia: Florian Wirtz Leads Commanding Win at Allianz Arena

Germany secured a strong 2-0 victory against Serbia at the Allianz Arena, driven by an outstanding creative display from Florian Wirtz. Goals from Tom Bischof and Wirtz himself capped a match where Germany controlled 73% possession and dictated the tactical rhythm.

The hosts imposed their game plan right from the start, holding most of the ball while restricting Serbia to a single shot on target. The expected goals (xG) numbers highlighted the gap, with Germany amassing 4.05 xG compared to Serbia’s mere 0.02, showing a massive difference in creating chances and finishing.

The opening goal came in the 39th minute when Bischof finished after excellent buildup play from Wirtz. Germany kept the pressure high after halftime, and Wirtz turned provider into scorer in the 61st minute following a move involving Maximilian Mittelstädt. Although the final score was 2-0, Germany’s 30 shots hinted that the margin could have been wider if they had been more clinical. The clean sheet and smooth tactical execution will please the coaching staff.

Goalkeeper & Defence

• Jonas Urbig - 6/10: Had a quiet night as Serbia barely threatened. Made one save and distributed well, but faced little pressure.
• Philipp Treu - 7/10: Played high up the pitch, often acting like a midfielder during inverted full-back moves. Solid in defense, helping keep Serbia’s attacks at bay.
• Waldemar Anton - 7/10: Key defensive figure, dominant in aerial duels and reading the game to stop counter-attacks.
• Malick Thiaw - 7/10: Calm on the ball and physically strong, kept Serbia’s Luka Jovic out of the game and supported the press.
• Maximilian Mittelstädt - 8/10: Constant threat down the left side, stretching Serbia’s defense and assisting Wirtz’s goal.

Midfield

• Serge Gnabry - 6/10: Captain for the match, found space but lacked his usual sharpness. Substituted at halftime for fresh energy.
• Aleksandar Pavlovic - 7/10: The team’s passing metronome, completing most passes and controlling tempo until late substitution.
• Tom Bischof - 8/10: Impressive young talent who opened scoring with sharp instincts and connected well with Wirtz.
• Derry Scherhant - 6/10: Worked hard on the flank, creating space though without registering a goal or assist.

Attack

• Florian Wirtz - 9/10: Star performer who created and scored both goals. His smart movement and vision made him untouchable.
• Nick Woltemade - 7/10: Played as a key focal point, holding the ball up and occupying defenders to free space for teammates.

Substitutes & Manager

• Said El Mala - 6/10: Came on at halftime, added pace and directness to keep the attacking pressure high.
• Mika Baur - 6/10: Entered late and showed flashes of skill, but had limited time to influence the match.
• Jonathan Burkardt - 6/10: Replaced Woltemade near the end, offered pace but few chances to impact the score.
• Bamaba Conte - 5/10: Late sub who helped maintain control as Germany managed the closing stages.
• Vitaly Janelt - N/A: Brief appearance in the final minutes to stabilize midfield.
• Jurgen Klopp - 8/10: Masterful tactical setup with well-drilled positioning. High line and fluid attack rotations suffocated Serbia. Starting Bischof alongside Wirtz proved a smart choice.

Upcoming Fixtures

• UEFA Nations League A
• Greece vs Germany: 4 Oct 2026, 21:45
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