In a thrilling UEFA Nations League contest, Germany thrashes Hungary with a commanding 5-0 victory at the Merkur Spiel-Arena on September 7th, 2024. This match not only highlighted Germany’s offensive prowess but also showcased their tactical superiority.
Match Summary
The game started with Hungary showing determination. However, their efforts were quickly undermined by an early yellow card shown to Loic Négo in the 9th minute. Germany soon established dominance, with Niclas Füllkrug opening the scoreline in the 27th minute through a well-coordinated move, setting the tone for the rest of the match.
Following the halftime break, Hungary made a substitution by replacing Négo. Nonetheless, Germany continued to dictate the game’s narrative. In the 57th minute, Jamal Musiala doubled Germany’s lead with remarkable skill and finesse. This marked the beginning of a goal-scoring spree, including goals from Florian Wirtz in the 66th minute, Aleksandar Pavlović in the 77th minute, and a penalty from Kai Havertz in the 81st minute.
Statistics
Germany dominated the match stats, maintaining 56% possession and attempting 23 shots, 9 of which were on target. Conversely, Hungary managed only 6 shots, with a single one on target. Germany’s robust defense conceded 13 fouls compared to Hungary’s 11, and earned 4 corners in contrast to Hungary’s 2, showcasing Germany’s offensive dominance.
Top Performers
- Jamal Musiala: Earned a perfect rating of 10.0 with one goal and three assists.
- Florian Wirtz: Scored one goal and provided one assist, earning a rating of 8.9.
- Joshua Kimmich: Played a pivotal role in midfield, earning a rating of 8.2.
- Dominik Szoboszlai: Hungary’s best performer with a rating of 7.9, despite the overall team struggles.
Lineups and Tactical Formation
Germany Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Goalkeeper: Marc-André ter Stegen
- Defense: Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Nico Schlotterbeck, David Raum
- Midfield: Robert Andrich, Pascal Groß
- Attack: Florian Wirtz, Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala
- Striker: Niclas Füllkrug
Hungary Formation: 3-4-2-1
- Goalkeeper: Péter Gulácsi
- Defense: Botond Balogh, Willi Orbán, Márton Dárdai
- Midfield: Loic Négo, András Schäfer, Ádám Nagy, Miloš Kerkez
- Attack: Dominik Szoboszlai, Roland Sallai
- Striker: Barnabás Varga
Key Moments and Substitutions
- 9th Minute: Hungary’s Loic Négo received a yellow card.
- 27th Minute: Niclas Füllkrug scored the opening goal for Germany.
- 46th Minute: Hungary substituted Loic Négo.
- 57th Minute: Jamal Musiala scored Germany’s second goal.
- 60th Minute: Germany made two substitutions, including Pascal Groß and Niclas Füllkrug.
- 66th Minute: Florian Wirtz scored Germany’s third goal.
- 67th Minute: Hungary made two substitutions, bringing on B. Varga and M. Kerkez.
- 69th Minute: Germany made another substitution with D. Raum.
- 70th Minute: N. Schlotterbeck was substituted for Germany.
- 75th Minute: Hungary’s fourth substitution saw R. Sallai replaced.
- 77th Minute: Aleksandar Pavlović scored Germany’s fourth goal.
- 81st Minute: Kai Havertz scored from the penalty spot.
- 82nd Minute: Final substitution for Germany as R. Andrich came on.
Quotes and Analysis
“Jamal Musiala put on a perfect show tonight, demonstrating why he is one of the brightest talents in European football,”
Future Prospects
Germany’s forthcoming matches in the UEFA Nations League include challenging fixtures against the Netherlands and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Given their current form and depth of talent, Germany aims to leverage their momentum moving forward.
Conversely, Hungary will seek to regroup and bounce back in their upcoming fixtures against Bosnia & Herzegovina and the Netherlands, striving to enhance their standing in the competition.
Conclusion
Germany’s emphatic 5-0 victory against Hungary not only highlighted their attacking capabilities but also emphasized their tactical superiority. Jamal Musiala’s outstanding performance was the highlight of the evening, setting a high standard for future games. As both teams advance in the UEFA Nations League, Germany will look to build on this success, while Hungary will aim to refine their strategies and improve defensively.
