Germany Suffer First Defeat to Greece in Nations League
Germany's hopes of a Nations League victory were dashed as they fell to a 0-1 defeat against Greece in Augsburg. The loss marked Jurgen Klopp's first defeat as Germany's coach, and it came despite his decision to make five changes to the starting lineup from the 1-1 draw against the Netherlands four days earlier.
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Klopp's team dominated possession, holding 80 percent of the ball, but they were unable to create clear-cut chances. Karim Adeyemi had the first opportunity, but his shot was saved by Greece's goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis. The Greeks, who had previously lost seven and drawn three against Germany, took the lead in the 68th minute when Fotis Ioannidis scored after a mistake by Joshua Kimmich.
Germany pushed hard for an equaliser, but Greece held firm. The defeat leaves Germany in second place in Group A2, behind Greece, who will host them on October 4. Germany will face Serbia at home four days earlier.
