Hungary vs Germany - Predictions, Team News, Lineups

Preview

Hungary and Germany face off in a crucial UEFA Nations League clash on Friday, with both sides looking to strengthen their positions in Group A3.

Hungary currently sit third in the group with seven points, three behind leaders Italy and one adrift of second-placed Germany. Marco Rossi's men have won two, drawn one, and lost one of their four matches so far, including a 2-1 defeat to Germany in June.

Germany, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing 1-0 defeat to Italy in their last outing. Hansi Flick's side has won two and lost two of their four matches, and they will be keen to get back to winning ways and close the gap on Italy at the top of the group.

Hungary

Hungary will be without the suspended Attila Szalai for the match against Germany. The Fenerbahce defender was sent off in the closing stages of Hungary's 1-0 defeat to Italy last month.

Rossi is likely to make several changes to the side that started against Italy, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Roland Sallai, and Callum Styles all pushing for recalls.

Predicted lineup: Gulacsi; Nego, Orban, At. Szalai, Kerkez; Schafer, Nagy; Styles, Szoboszlai, Sallai; Ad. Szalai

Germany

Germany will be without the injured Leroy Sane and Marco Reus for the match against Hungary. Sane has been ruled out with a hamstring injury, while Reus is struggling with an ankle problem.

Flick is likely to make few changes to the side that started against Italy, with Timo Werner and Kai Havertz expected to lead the line again.

Predicted lineup: Neuer; Klostermann, Sule, Rudiger, Raum; Kimmich, Gundogan; Hofmann, Muller, Havertz; Werner

Prediction

This is a tough match to call, but Germany will be confident of getting the win. They have a more experienced and talented squad than Hungary, and they will be looking to bounce back from their defeat to Italy.

Hungary will be no pushovers, though, and they will be determined to make it difficult for Germany. They have a good record at home, and they will be hoping to use the crowd to their advantage.

Overall, Germany is the more likely team to win, but Hungary could cause an upset if they play to their potential.

Prediction: Germany 2-1 Hungary