Greece surprises in Germany and Ireland eliminate Israel in the League

In Augsburg, Greece surprised by beating Germany 1‑0, while in the Nations League Ireland imposed a 3‑0 rout over Israel, consolidating two wins on the first day of the second round of the competition, the two matches marked the start of the second phase of the tournament, with intense stadium emotions.

Greece overcomes Germany in Augsburg

The Greeks started with Vangelis Pavlidis and Georgios Vagiannidis, and also fielded Fotis Ioannidis. Despite lower possession and few chances, Dimitrios Kourbelis found the back of the net at the 74th minute, securing the win. The match was marked by protests, but the result was decided.

In League B, Ireland opened the scoring with Troy Parrott at the 13th minute, followed by Adam Idah at the 16th, and completed the trio with Jack Moylan at the 25th minute. The 3‑0 score reflected Ireland's superiority from the start. The encounter ended the match without controversy.

Other League A fixtures ended with Denmark 2‑0 Wales and Serbia 1‑2 Netherlands. Germany was beaten 0‑1 by Greece, while Norway beat Portugal 1‑2. In League B, Austria overcame Kosovo 3‑1. In League D, Lithuania and Azerbaijan drew 1‑1, and Gibraltar and Andorra remained goalless.

The Greek victory keeps the Hellenic side unbeaten in the group stage, postponing Jurgen Klopp's victorious debut on German soil. Ireland, by beating Israel, consolidates the top spot in its group in League B.

With the second round underway, the results of this day set the early standings and raise expectations for the upcoming Nations League fixtures.