Klopp gives two new stars a debut as Germany chase points against Greece

Under the floodlights of the Olympiastadion, Deutschland line up for the second Mal against Greece, hoping to overturn a 0‑1 deficit from the first leg. The atmosphere is tense, the fans expect something good to happen after a disappointing night.

It is the fourth Nations League match under head coach Jürgen Klopp and, with only four points from three games, Nach the opening fixtures the mood around the DFB squad is fragile. The Sunday evening encounter will be decisive for the team’s confidence.

Klopp seeks fresh ideas

Klopp refuses to let the earlier loss dictate his approach. He plans to treat the Greece tie as a quasi‑test match, experimenting with tactics and personnel to discover what works.

The goalkeeper question is settled; Jonas Urbig will guard the net for the second consecutive start, providing stability at the back.

Two new stars added to the line‑up

According to, left‑back David Raum, captain of RB Leipzig, and offensive wide‑player Lennart Karl from FC Bayern Munich will start. The two Stars are expected to inject fresh energy down the flanks and earn Klopp’s favour.

Karl was originally earmarked for squad 1, but at Bayern’s request Klopp moved the talented youngster to squad 2. After watching the Serbia match from the bench for the full duration, he now makes his debut and first start for the German national side.

The inclusion of Raum and Karl signals a clear intent to revitalise the side’s width and could prove pivotal in reshaping the team’s fortunes ahead of the remaining fixtures.