The German national team announced the exclusion of goalkeeper Manuel Neuer and midfielder Leon Goretzka from the squad for the matches between Hungary and England in the European Nations League, following they contracted Covid-19. The German Football Association said that Hoffenheim goalkeeper Oliver Baumann has been called to replace Neuer, while there will be more call-ups at a later time.
Germany will play Hungary on Friday before traveling to England on September 26, where they are building the squad ahead of the World Cup in Qatar in November.
It is noteworthy that Germany occupies the third place in the UEFA Nations League 2022-2023, with 6 points, behind Hungary, the leaders with 7 points.
The German national team played 4 matches in the group stage of the 2022-2023 UEFA Nations League, divided between one victory and three draws.
