UEFA World Cup Qualifying Group A turned out to pull off some surprises in September and the first October clash will see Germany take on Luxembourg on Friday, October 10.
Germany’s World Cup qualifying campaign got off to a shaky start, opening with a 2-0 defeat in Slovakia that exposed clear defensive issues and a lack of cutting edge in attack.
Julian Nagelsmann’s side quickly responded, however, securing a 3-1 win over Northern Ireland to get back on track. Even so, the four-time world champions sit third in the group with three points from two games, trailing leaders Slovakia by three and needing consistency to stay in control of their destiny.
Luxembourg, meanwhile, remain spirited but outgunned at this level. Losses to Northern Ireland (1-3) and Slovakia (0-1) have left them bottom of the standings, with effort and energy failing to yield points.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the weekly schedule.
Germany vs. Luxembourg live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this World Cup qualifier in the U.S.:
TV channel: Fox Soccer Plus
Live stream: Fubo, FOX One
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What time does Germany vs. Luxembourg kick off?
This World Cup qualifier takes place at the PreZero Arena in Sinsheim, Germany and kicks off on Friday, October 10 at 8:45 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Fri, Oct. 10 | 2:45 p.m. |
| Central Time | Fri, Oct. 10 | 1:45 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Fri, Oct. 10 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Fri, Oct. 10 | 11:45 a.m. |
Germany vs. Luxembourg lineups, team news
Germany and Nagelsmann are currently contending with a whole host of injuries, just as they did during the September international break.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen remains out for at least another couple of months, hence Oliver Baumann was expected to start in goal for Die Maschaftt, however, the keeper has withdrawn from the squad due to illness.
In defence, Antonio Rudiger will also miss the clash after picking up a knock with Real Madrid. Nick Woltemade also remains a doubt for the clash as he continues to recover from a bout of flu.
Jamie Lewling could return in time for the clash but remains doubtful. Jamal Musiala also remains absent as he continues to recover from his long-term injury.
Germany predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Nubel (GK) — Anton, Koch, Tah, Raum — Kimmich, Goretzka — Gnabry, Wirtz, Adeyemi — Woltemade.
Injured: Baumann, Ter Stegen, Musiala, Rudiger, Woltemade (doubt), Lewling (doubt)
Suspended: None
Jeff Stasser has no concerns with his team unlike Germany as he was able to call upon his desired team.
Luxembourg are expected to continue with five-men at the back, with Benfica midfielder Leandro Barreiro shouldering the creative burden alongside his club teammate Tomas de Sousa Moreira.
Luxembourg predicted XI (5-4-1 right to left): Moris (GK) — Jans, Mahmutovic, Olesen, Carlson, Bohnert — Sinnai, Moreira, Barreiro, Dardari — Muratovic.
Injured: None
Suspended: None
World Cup Qualifying schedule this week
Thursday, October 9
- Finland vs. Lithuania (12 p.m. ET)
- Belarus vs. Denmark (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Scotland vs. Greece (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Malta vs. Netherlands (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Austria vs. San Marino (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Cyprus vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Czech Republic vs. Croatia (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Faroe Islands vs. Montenegro (2:45 p.m. ET)
Friday, October 10
- Kazakhstan vs. Liechtenstein (10 a.m. ET)
- Northern Ireland vs. Slovakia (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Germany vs. Luxembourg (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Kosovo vs. Slovenia (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Sweden vs. Switzerland (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Iceland vs. Ukraine (2:45 p.m. ET)
- France vs. Azerbaijan (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Belgium vs. North Macedonia (2:45 p.m. ET)
Saturday, October 11
- Latvia vs. Andorra (9:00 a.m. ET)
- Norway vs. Israel (12 p.m. ET)
- Hungary vs. Armenia (12 p.m. ET)
- Bulgaria vs. Turkey (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Spain vs. Georgia (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Portugal vs. Ireland (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Estonia vs. Italy (2:45 p.m. ET)
- Serbia vs. Albania (2:45 p.m. ET)