The World Cup qualifiers 2022 sets to get heated this weekend as Germany looks ahead of Armenia in Group J. The match schedules for Sunday at the Mercedez Benz Arena, with kickoff at 9:45 pm.
Hansi Flick leads the team after coming off an impressive 2-0 win over Liechtenstein on Thursday. On the other hand, Armenia comes off a goalless draw against North Macedonia on the same night.
Germany has had a hard time qualifying for the World Cup after being eliminated by England in Euro 2020. The German team will be looking to improve their Qatar 2022, which is only seven months away.
Last week’s victory over Liechtenstein was important for Flick and her team, but this weekend’s disappointing result would allow Armenia to move further clear in the group. It could also open doors for North Macedonia and Romania, who are currently third and fourth, respectively, moving up through the section.
As mentioned, Armenia will enter Sunday’s contest off the back of a goalless draw with North Macedonia on Thursday; this result followed three straight wins over Liechtenstein, Iceland and Romania in the section. This allowed them to move to first place in Group J.
On Sunday, Armenia will face the formidable German team. A victory over this strong contender would move them up to a top spot in their group rankings and give them an upper hand when it comes time for qualification from Group C.
Germany vs Armenia Head to Head
Both sides have one match against each other, with Germany taking the win. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Liechtenstein 0-2 Germany
- England 2-0 Germany
- Germany 2-2 Hungary
- Portugal 2-4 Germany
- France 1-0 Germany
Away
- North Macedonia 0-0 Armenia
- Sweden 3-1 Armenia
- Croatia 1-1 Armenia
- Armenia 3-2 Romania
- Armenia 2-0 Iceland
Germany Team News
After missing out their clash with Liechtenstein last week, we expect Hansi Flick to give Manuel Neur the nod between the sticks. Other new faces expect to rock the starting XI includes Toni Rudiger and Leon Grotezka. Serge Gnabry welcomes to the squad meaning youngster Musiala will drop to the bench.
Armenia Team News
Captain Henrikh Mkhitaryan sets to lead the attacking line with a total international goal tally of 30. There are no fresh injury concerns picked during their goalless draw to North Macedonia last weekend.
Prediction and Odds
Armenia might fancy their chances but the quality and depth for their opponents might be too much.
- Germany Win
- Both Teams to Score
- Goals Over 1.5
