In his debut as Germany coach, Jürgen Klopp gave the DFB team renewed virtues and a promising right-back. In footballing terms, however, the 1-1 draw against the Netherlands still left plenty of room for improvement.
Xavi Hernández and Jürgen Klopp both marked their international managerial debuts with a hard-fought 1-1 draw in Amsterdam. While Cody Gakpo's late equaliser saved the Dutch, Felix Nmecha's midfield dominance provided a glimpse into Klopp's tactical future.
Germany appeared on course for a hard-fought victory in Amsterdam before a stoppage-time Cody Gakpo equaliser forced a 1-1 draw. Felix Nmecha's first-half strike provided the highlight for a German side that relied heavily on Marc-Andre ter Stegen's heroics.
Euphoria dampener in Amsterdam: Germany have to settle for a 1-1 draw against the Netherlands after conceding late in Jürgen Klopp’s Nations League debut. The Germany players in the individual ratings.
Netherlands dominated the statistical battle in Amsterdam but needed a dramatic 92nd-minute equaliser from Cody Gakpo to secure a 1-1 draw. Felix Nmecha had initially put Germany ahead in a match defined by high-intensity pressing and physical attrition.
Since his abrupt departure from Borussia Dortmund last January, Aaron Anselmino has been going through a difficult time. At present, too, the 21-year-old centre-back is completely out of favour at his parent club Chelsea.
He has his father’s curls and apparently his aggression too – but Ruben van Bommel is a very different type of player from Mark once was. After severe setbacks, he is now on the verge of making his debut for the Netherlands national team.
With widespread frustration still lingering in the air after a huge missed opportunity at the World Cup, the manager has some serious questions to answer
Serge Gnabry has played only 13 minutes for Bayern Munich this season. Nevertheless, Jürgen Klopp called him up to the Germany squad and, as one of the few players, even for the entire international break. An exciting battle for places awaits in Munich afterwards.
The Hungarian midfielder added another incredible strike to his highlight reel in last week's Carabao Cup victory as he continues to revive the lost art of the long-range goal