Coach Nagelsmann remains tight-lipped, while Woltemade is urged to step forward - Woltemade set to make an appearance, while Nagelsmann continues his gamble in the game.
The German football national team is set to begin their World Cup qualifying campaign against Slovakia, with Julian Nagelsmann yet to reveal his starting lineup for the highly-anticipated match in Bratislava.
As the clear favourites in Group A, which also includes Northern Ireland and Luxembourg, the German team is looking to make a strong start in their quest to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup, to be held in Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
While the formation is still under wraps, both a back three and a back four are possibilities for the German team. One player who is certain to start is the promising Florian Wirtz, whom Nagelsmann described as "one of our most important players."
Nagelsmann also hinted that Nnamdi Collins from Frankfurt could make his international debut on Kimmich's previous position as right-back. Another potential starter is Nick Woltemade, the 23-year-old German professional footballer who recently transferred to Newcastle United.
However, the team is facing a significant setback with several top players, including Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz, Nico Schlotterbeck, and Marc-André ter Stegen, unable to play due to injury.
The match against Slovakia marks the opening game of the World Cup qualifiers for the German team. The second match, against Northern Ireland, will be held in Cologne on Sunday. The match against Northern Ireland will be broadcast on ARD.
Joshua Kimmich is looking forward to his comeback in midfield for the German national team, adding a much-needed boost to the team's morale. Despite the injuries and the absence of key players, the team remains optimistic about their chances in the qualifiers.
As the group stage progresses, the German team will aim to maintain their form and secure the group winner spot, which is the only direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup. The team's performance against Slovakia and Northern Ireland will be a crucial determinant of their success in the qualifiers.
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