International : UEFA Nations League A Championship Playoff - Italy vs Germany

Italy vs Germany – A High-Scoring Clash at San Siro 

Offensive Talent on Display

Italy may be missing Serie A top scorer Retegui and Inter’s Dimarco, but they still have plenty of firepower in attack. Moise Kean is a strong alternative up front, and the Azzurri have scored in eight of their last nine home games. Even against tough opponents like France and England, they have found ways to create chances.

Germany, despite the absences of Wirtz, Havertz, and Füllkrug, remain dangerous going forward. With Sané, Musiala, and Gündoğan, they possess plenty of attacking creativity. The problem for Germany is their goalkeeping situation—without Neuer and Ter Stegen, their defense looks fragile. That could spell trouble at a venue where Italy has produced three consecutive high-scoring home games.

Defensive Issues on Both Sides

Germany’s defensive record away from home is shaky—just two wins in their last six road games (2-3-1). They conceded against Hungary, Belgium, and Austria, showing vulnerability at the back. Meanwhile, Italy lost 1-3 to France in their last home match and has struggled to keep clean sheets against top-tier opposition.

Game Plan & Betting Angle

With attacking quality on both sides and defensive uncertainties, expect an open game at San Siro. Italy’s last three home matches and two of Germany’s last three away games have gone over 2.5 goals. Both teams have the tools to break each other down, and a cautious approach seems unlikely.

PREDICTION: Over 2.5 Goals