Northern Ireland 0-1 Germany
Match Information
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – UEFA, Group A
- Stadium: Windsor Park (Belfast)
- Date: 13 Oct 2025
Germany moved closer to automatic World Cup qualification by defeating Northern Ireland in Belfast.
Nick Woltemade scored his first international goal in the first half, sending Die Mannschaft to the top of Group A.
The win follows Germany’s 4-0 victory over Luxembourg on October 11, 2025.
Germany also repeated their 3-1 win over Northern Ireland from September 8, 2025.
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Northern Ireland vs Germany standings
Group A
| Position | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Draw | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 2 | Slovakia | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 3 | Northern Ireland | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | Luxembourg | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Germany vs Northern Ireland shows that aggressive Die Mannschaft has more saves and attacks
Post-match statistics showed Germany was more aggressive against Northern Ireland.
Germany led in action areas (31.70-24.10), attacks (89-83), and saves (4-1).
Germany controlled 68% of possession, creating more scoring opportunities.
Woltemade’s shot from David Raum’s 31st-minute corner marked a milestone for the 23-year-old, signed by Newcastle for £69 million.
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What’s Next?
Northern Ireland: Visit Kosice for the Slovakia vs Northern Ireland match on 15 Nov.
Germany: Visit Stade de Luxembourg for the Luxembourg vs Germany fixture on 15 Nov.
Germany and Slovakia share 3-0-1 records, but Germany leads on goal difference (5-3).
Julian Nagelsmann’s side will need to beat Luxembourg at the resumption of the UEFA qualifiers in November 2025 to gain a significant lead in Group A.
Die Mannschaft is determined to advance to the World Cup for the 19th straight time in a streak that started in 1954.
On the other hand, Northern Ireland hopes to deny Slovakia in its next match if it still wants to entertain its hopes for World Cup qualification.
Northern Ireland last reached the World Cup in 1986, finishing 21st after the groups.
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