USA vs Germany Prediction & Betting Tips - International Friendlies

Prediction published on 12/10/2023, 14:46  by Joseph King | Modified on 14/10/2023 at 07:00 in Football Predictions

The 11th-ranked United States seek their third consecutive win when they take on 15th-ranked Germany in Connecticut for this international friendly. As one of the host nations for the 2026 World Cup, the United States will have to take full advantage of these kinds of friendlies. Opportunities to take on Europe’s elite nations are becoming even more scarce, a trend which is likely to continue into the next three years. Therefore, the United States players should be fully up for this one as they look to test themselves against top talent. The US men’s national team has cruised to 3-0 and 4-0 wins over Oman and Uzbekistan in their most recent outings in September. The last time the first choice 11 played in a competitive fixture was the CONCACAF Nations League, which saw the USA win the title. With a full strength team expected to take to the field, we expect this match to have a competitive atmosphere to it.

German players, fans and media all criticized the federation’s choice to have Die Mannschaft play these friendlies against USA and Mexico. Players point to the long flight times, jet lag and short turnarounds as the main deterring factors. The German FA has even come out and said that this is the only time the national team will play on North American soil until the 2026 World Cup. Former Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann will make his debut in charge of Germany in this match. He takes over from Hansi Flick who was ultimately sacked following a run of one draw and four defeats in five matches. Germany lost to Belgium, Poland, Colombia and Japan, the latest of which ended 4-1, while also drawing 3-3 with Ukraine. Germany put an end to a three game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the 2018 world champions France in their most recent friendly fixture. It represents the team’s first victory in six months