DFB faces the test at the legendary Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki

The German national team faces a tough test on Sunday evening at the Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki: after a 0-1 defeat to Greece in the away match in Augsburg, the DFB demands redemption from Jürgen Klopp's squad, while the legendary stadium with 28,701 seats and a loud atmosphere presents every team with new challenges.

Atmosphere and Challenge at the Toumba

The Toumba Stadium is known for its breathtaking atmosphere and has been regarded for years as one of the loudest stadiums in Europe. It holds 28,701 spectators, has no roof and therefore creates a unique soundscape that is described as the “12th man” of PAOK.

"The Toumba is and remains the 12th man of PAOK. It gives the team a very special energy," explains Eleni Mpountou.

Group‑winner Greece welcomes the DFB in a cauldron. The Greeks, unbeaten so far in this Nations League season, are seen as clear favorites, and they rely on the impressive setting to underline their home strength.

The last German appearance at the Toumba Stadium took place in October 2023, when PAOK beat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 in the UEFA Conference League. This result shows how difficult it is for foreign teams to resist the stadium's pressure.

For the German side, the match not only offers a chance for redemption, but also an important point in the fight for promotion in the Nations League. They must use the stadium's energy to correct the result from Augsburg.

In the long term, PAOK plans to build a new Toumba Stadium, which is expected to cost around 200 million euros. Until its completion, the team will move to the Kaftanzoglio Stadium, meaning the current stadium will continue to serve as a testing ground for international matches for several more years.