Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 Preview: Team News & Playing XI, H2H Record, Stats, Who Will Win

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Spain vs Germany Euro 2024, Quarter-final: On July 5th, Stuttgart's Mercedes-Benz Arena will host a thrilling EURO 2024 quarterfinal clash as host nation Germany take on the in-form Spanish team.

Spain and Germany breezed through their group stages and secured convincing victories in the round of 16. Spain dispatched Georgia, while Germany triumphed over Denmark, leading to this much-anticipated quarterfinal matchup.

Spain have arguably been the standout team of the tournament, topping Group B with a perfect record of nine points. Under the leadership of manager Luis de la Fuente, Spain have adopted a more direct and dynamic playing style, moving away from their traditional possession-based approach. It has been reflected in their gameplay with more dominant and offensive play.

As for Germany having entered the tournament as one of the favorites, they have not faltered either. Although they haven't been as dominant as Spain, they have demonstrated their quality finishing atop Group A with seven points. Notably, Germany have been prolific in front of goal, netting ten times in the group stage, making them the top scorers in the tournament.

Both teams have shown exceptional form in the tournament so far and certainly, the Quarter-final clash has set the stage for a thrilling encounter.

Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 Schedule

When will be the Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 Match?

The Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 Quarter-final match will be played on Friday (5th July). The game starts at 9:30 pm IST/ 5.00 pm GMT

Where will be Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 Match Played?

The Spain vs Germany match will be played at Merkur Stuttgart Arena in Stuttgart, Germany.

Spain (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Germany (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Spain vs Germany H2H Record and Last Meeting

This quarterfinal will be the fourth meeting between Spain and Germany at a European Championship. Spain has the upper hand historically, with two victories (1984 and 2008) to Germany’s one (1988). Moreover, Spain is unbeaten in their last four games against Germany, including a resounding 6-0 friendly win in 2020 and three draws.

Spain wins: 8

Germany wins: 9

Draws: 8

Spain vs Germany Team News, Injury Update

Spain boss Luis de la Fuente is likely to stick with an unchanged lineup. Sixteen-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal and Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams are set to join captain Alvaro Morata in a three-man attack.

Nacho Fernandez, having recovered from a minor foot injury, is available for selection but is expected to remain on the bench in favor of Le Normand and Aymeric Laporte in central defense. Dani Carvajal and Marc Cucurella will continue as full-backs, while the midfield trio of Rodri, Pedri, and Fabian Ruiz is set to remain unchanged.

As for Germany, Julian Nagelsmann might tinker with his lineup again. Center-back Jonathan Tah, who served a suspension in the last 16, could replace Nico Schlotterbeck. Left-back Maximilian Mittelstadt, dropped against Denmark, could reclaim his spot from David Raum.

In attack, Florian Wirtz might return on the left, potentially shifting Jamal Musiala to the right, at the expense of Leroy Sane. The rest of the squad is expected to remain the same.

Left-back Maximilian Mittelstadt was dropped against Denmark, but he will be looking to force his way back into the first XI ahead of David Raum, while Florian Wirtz could return on the left side of the attack at the expense of Leroy Sane, allowing Musiala to move over to the right. Other players are expected to keep their places on the side.

Spain vs Germany Predicted Playing 11

Spain Probable Lineup (4-3-3): Unai Simon; Daniel Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Pedri, Rodri, Fabian Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata, Nico Williams

Germany Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Kimmich, Tah, Rudiger, Raum; Kroos, Andrich; Musiala, Gundogan, Wirtz; Havertz

Spain vs Germany - Who Will Win?

Both teams have showcased their dominance throughout Euro 2024, making this quarterfinal a must-watch. Spain and Germany both excel in scoring and defending, promising a tight contest. However, with the support of the home crowd and a slight edge in goal-scoring prowess, Germany might just have the upper hand in this high-stakes encounter. Expect a high-scoring affair, with Germany potentially edging out Spain to advance to the semifinals.

Predicted Score: Spain 2-3 Germany