14 Jun
Sun
•12.00
NRG Stadium • Houston
20 Jun
Sat
•16.00
BMO Field • Toronto
25 Jun
Thu
•16.00
MetLife Stadium • New York
23 Dec
Tue
•19.30
Prince moulay abdellah stadium • Rabat
30 Dec
Tue
•17.00
Prince moulay abdellah stadium • Rabat
14 Jun
Sun
•20.00
Estadio BBVA Bancomer • Monterrey
20 Jun
Sat
•22.00
Estadio BBVA Bancomer • Monterrey
25 Jun
Thu
•18.00
Arrowhead Stadium • Kansas City
After the last World Cup – marked by Germany’s shock exit in the group stage and the unforgettable win by the North African side against France – this showdown shapes up as a real test of character for both teams.
The four-time world champions stick to a clear identity built on relentless pressing, rapid ball circulation and a self-imposed obligation to fight for every trophy right to the very end.
On the other side, the Eagles of Carthage embody the Maghreb school of football: a compact defensive block, constant support at the back and lightning-fast counterattacks that strike without warning.
In a World Cup group stage, every point can flip the standings, so the European side needs to assert its status from the opening whistle, while the African team will look to punish every turnover and any lapse in concentration in the opposition half. The margin for error is practically non-existent.
The German side is built around elite leaders like Kimmich and Gündogan, plus the line-breaking genius of Musiala, capable of unlocking tight defences with a single turn.
Facing them, the Maghreb powerhouse leans on the experience of Msakni, the intensity of Laïdouni and a core group used to the demands of the Africa Cup of Nations and the biggest stages in world football.
Booking your seat in the stands for this Europe–Maghreb clash means securing 90 minutes of pure tension, with two national teams playing for a huge chunk of their World Cup future.