Germany began their march toward a long-awaited European crown. They returned to the pitch with a vengeance in their opening round match at Euro 2025, drubbing Poland 2-0. The match took place at the Arena St. Gallen in St. Gallen, Switzerland, where the eight-time European champions demonstrated resilience and skill on the field.
The opening 45 featured both sides exchanging opportunities, but neither was able to score. Germany’s captain, Giulia Gwinn, limped off the pitch before the close of the first half. This unfortunate incident led many people, fans and her teammates alike to become concerned. Even with this blow, Germany held their nerve to keep pushing on.
It was in the second half that Jule Brand really stamped her influence on the match, scoring Germany’s first goal. She shimmied in down the right flank. With a quick touch, she moved the ball onto her left foot and sent a curling shot into the top left corner. This goal really lit a fire under the German team and gave them the release of the pressure that they needed.
Lea Schuller doubled down for Germany, putting the squad up by two goals. Brand noted the development beautifully and Schuller directed a powerful, low header towards the far post, which beat Ramos to the ball. Brand’s imagination and Schuller’s touch were a perfect embodiment of the quality that made Germany the best offensive team in the tournament.
Germany missed several chances to extend their lead even more. Sjoeke Nusken was the next player to get into a great scoring position, but she shot wide from the middle of the six-yard box. Schuller spurned a big chance when she headed directly over the bar when coming free at a near post corner. That moment had the potential to clinch the game for Poland.
Defensively, Germany faced some challenges as well. They were too close to conceding a third in the match’s critical second half stretch. Ann-Katrin Berger stepped up to save the day by tipping Ewa Pajor’s header over the bar, preserving Germany’s clean sheet.
Christian Wueck, head coach of the German team, was pleased with his team’s effort. He was quick to point out that there are things that they must do better. With only two shots on target throughout the match, Germany will look to enhance their offensive efficiency in upcoming games.
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