A narrow win over Northern Ireland keeps Germany top of the group

14/10/2025 03:18:00 ceshi

(Football result) - Despite not playing at their best, Germany managed to win 1-0 against Northern Ireland.

In the 14th minute, Northern Ireland put the ball in the net thanks to Daniel Ballard. However, their joy was short-lived as, after a VAR review, the referee ruled the goal offside and disallowed it in the 15th minute.

Following several physical encounters, Germany found the opening goal in the 31st minute. From a corner kick, Nick Woltemade reacted quickest and skillfully directed the ball into the net. Although the referee consulted VAR to check for a handball, the final decision confirmed the goal, putting Germany ahead 1-0.

In the second half, Northern Ireland pushed hard to equalize. In the 60th minute, Shea Charles had a dangerous shot that was brilliantly saved by German goalkeeper Oliver Baumann. Immediately after, Ethan Galbraith also fired a threatening shot, which Baumann was alert to block.

Trực tiếp Bắc Ireland 0-1 Đức: Woltemade tỏa sáng-721649 — Nick Woltemade scored the only goal for the German national team

Germany also had clear chances. In the 70th minute, Serge Gnabry shot towards the top right corner, but goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell made an excellent save.

In the final minutes, Northern Ireland increased the tempo. In the 85th minute, Ethan Galbraith’s shot narrowly missed the post. At the 89th minute, Callum Marshall struck a powerful shot at goal, but Oliver Baumann made a fingertip save to preserve Germany’s clean sheet. The match ended with a slim 1-0 win for Germany.