Germany U21 triumphs: Woltemade laces three -pack against Spain!

Germany U21 triumphs: Woltemade laces three -pack against Spain!

The German U21 national team celebrated an impressive victory against Spain in the decisive test game before the UEFA U21 European Championship. The home game in the sold-out Merck Stadium in Darmstadt ended 3: 1 (1: 1), with Nick Woltemade scored all three goals for the German selection. In front of 16,500 spectators, the team again demonstrated their strength and thus remained without defeat in the 15th game in a row. The game was an important dress rehearsal before the U21 competes in Slovakia from June 11th to 28th, where it starts the tournament as a co -favorite.

The German team took a brilliant start when Woltemade took the lead in the 3. minute with a successful lupfer over the Spanish goalkeeper Iturbe. Rocco Reitz from Borussia Mönchengladbach had prepared the situation with a precise pass. This early tour fueled hopes for a clear victory. But the joy did not last long: in the 19th minute Spain equalized by Gabri Veiga, which after a misunderstanding in the German defense.

Woltemades Gala presentation

In the second half, the German offensive awakened again. Woltemade, the striker of the evening, scored the second goal in the 56th minute after Paul Nebel's preparatory work. In the 79th minute, Woltemade crowned his gala performance with the third goal, which fell after a sharp flank by Jens Castrop. This triple pack not only demonstrates its talent, but also makes him a key figure for the upcoming U21 European Championship.

The U21 around coach Antonio di Salvo has refueled further confidence with this victory. The team will compete in the group phase of the European Championship against Slovenia, the Czech Republic and England. The two best teams in the group qualify for the quarter -finals. Before the European Championship, Germany already played on March 21, 2025 against the host of the European Championship, Slovakia, and won 1: 0.

The upcoming schedule is a special challenge, since the club world championship in the USA takes place in parallel to the European Championship. Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich players could get into pressure because they may be needed for both competitions.

A look at the upcoming challenges

The German U21 has already caused a sensation in the past, for example with the title win at the U21 European Championship under coach Stefan Kuntz. The success of this generation of players has continuously increased expectations of the team. Now it is up to Antonio Di Salvo to lead his protégés to success again. The favorite role that Germany held at the upcoming European Championship is underpinned by the constant achievements.

A total of 16 nations take part in this prestigious tournament, and the U21 has the potential to take another significant step in its history. Numerous fans are looking forward to supporting their team in the fight for the title. Germany's U21 is ready for the challenge.