Germany will miss Antonio Rüdiger and Jamal Musiala in their UEFA Nations League semi-final against Portugal, but Marc-André ter Stegen returns.
Germany’s national football team will face Portugal in the UEFA Nations League semi-final on June 4, 2025, without key players Antonio Rüdiger and Jamal Musiala, as announced on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed their absence due to ongoing recovery from injuries, with Rüdiger post-knee surgery and Musiala nursing a hamstring issue.
Goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen, recently back from a knee injury, is set to rejoin the squad, boosting Germany’s lineup after missing earlier matches. Bayern Munich’s request to prioritize Musiala’s fitness for the FIFA Club World Cup led to his exclusion, while Rüdiger’s recovery timeline remains cautious. Kai Havertz, also regaining match fitness, may miss out.
Nagelsmann expressed confidence in the team’s depth, with players like Florian Wirtz expected to step up. The semi-final, hosted in Stuttgart, pits Germany against a formidable Portuguese side, with Spain and France clashing in the other tie.
The absences have sparked concern among fans, but ter Stegen’s return offers hope as Germany aims for a spot in the Nations League final.
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