Germany's green retro kit against the Oranje in Nations League duel

On Thursday 24 September, the German Mannschaft will enter the Johan Cruijff Arena in a green retro‑kit, a nod to the 1990 World Cup, for the Nations League duel against the Oranje. Both teams are led by newly appointed national team coaches, Xavi Hernández for the Netherlands and Jürgen Klopp for Germany, adding extra excitement.

The green shirts evoke memories of the 1990 World Cup semi‑final, in which Germany played England. After a 1‑1 draw, they won on penalties and reached the final, where Argentina was beaten 1‑0.

the Oranje's schedule

Next Monday the national teams meet for the first match in the Nations League group stage. the Oranje host Germany on 24 September, travel three days later to Serbia, play against Greece on 1 October, and host Serbia again on 4 October. The remaining two group matches take place on 13 and 16 November.

Klopp splits Germany squad as Nations League opener looms

For the duel there is a new national team coach: Xavi Hernández leads the Oranje, while Jürgen Klopp guides the German side for the first time. Both coaches have the task of getting their teams to perform in a competitive Nations‑League phase.

The Nations League duel gives the Oranje the chance to measure themselves against a top nation and at the same time test Hernández's new tactical vision. For Germany, wearing the retro‑shirt represents a symbolic return to a glorious breakthrough.

The match at the Johan Cruijff Arena promises to be a striking spectacle, where history, new leaders and national pride come together.