The UEFA Women’s Nations League is set for its climax as Spain faces Germany in the final match on Tuesday night. The encounter will take place at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid. Both teams previously met in a goalless draw during the first leg of the final at the Fritz-Walter-Stadium in Kaiserslautern.
Match Overview
Spain and Germany are poised to compete not only for the title but also for recognition on the international stage. Germany displayed strong performance during the first leg, controlling much of the game. Despite their dominance, they were unable to score, with key players Klara Bühl and Jule Brand striking the woodwork late in the match.
Coaching Debuts at the Final
This final represents a significant opportunity for both coaches. Christian Wück of Germany and Sonia Bermúdez of Spain are aiming to secure their first silverware as head coaches. They were appointed following last summer’s European Championship, setting high expectations for their teams.
Title Aspirations
Germany is on a quest for its first major title since the 2016 Olympics. Conversely, Spain recently celebrated victory, securing the inaugural Nations League trophy a year after winning their first World Cup in 2023.
- Spain’s only Nations League defeats occurred during the group stage against Italy and England.
- Germany finished third in the previous Nations League, defeating the Netherlands 2-0.
Injury Updates and Predicted Lineups
Germany’s squad remains injury-free, allowing Wück to potentially utilize the same lineup from the first leg. However, Spain faces a significant setback with Aitana Bonmatí, a three-time Ballon d’Or Féminin winner, needing surgery on a fibula fracture on the match day.
| Spain (Predicted Lineup) | Germany (Predicted Lineup) |
|---|---|
| Coll | Berger |
| Batlle | Gwinn (C) |
| Paredes (C) | Knaak |
| Leon | Minge |
| Carmona | Kett |
| Athenea | Nüsken |
| Aleixandri | Senß |
| Putellas | Cerci |
| Pina | Brand |
| Esther | Bühl |
| Caldentey | Anyomi |
As the anticipation builds for this thrilling matchup, both teams and their supporters are eager to see who will claim the UEFA Women’s Nations League title.
