Hungary v Germany: Sane and Schlotti the focus tonight
Nations League: Germany to field an experimental side against Hungary
Germany will be without several key players for their Nations League clash against Hungary on Friday, with Leroy Sane and Nico Schlotterbeck the only two players to have started both of their previous matches in the competition.
The likes of Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, Ilkay Gundogan, and Kai Havertz have all been rested for this match, giving Hansi Flick the chance to experiment with his squad.
Sane and Schlotterbeck are likely to be joined in the starting lineup by the likes of Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Thilo Kehrer, and Jamal Musiala, with Flick keen to give some of his fringe players a chance to impress. Hungary, meanwhile, will be looking to build on their impressive start to the Nations League, having drawn with Italy and beaten England in their opening two matches.
Marco Rossi's side will be without the suspended Willi Orban, but they will be boosted by the return of Dominik Szoboszlai, who missed the win over England through injury. With a win, Hungary could move top of Group 3, while Germany would need to win both of their remaining matches to have any chance of reaching the finals.
Sane and Schlotterbeck: Germany's key men
Leroy Sane and Nico Schlotterbeck are the two players who have started both of Germany's Nations League matches so far, and they are likely to be key men for Hansi Flick's side once again on Friday.
Sane has been in excellent form for Bayern Munich this season, scoring four goals and providing three assists in all competitions. He is a dangerous winger who can beat opponents with his pace, skill, and shooting ability.
Schlotterbeck, meanwhile, has been one of the most impressive young defenders in Europe this season. He has helped Freiburg to the top of the Bundesliga table, and he has also made his debut for the German national team.
He is a strong, physical defender who is good in the air and comfortable on the ball. He is also a threat from set-pieces, having scored three goals for Freiburg this season.
Hungary aiming to build on impressive start
Hungary have made an impressive start to the Nations League, drawing with Italy and beating England in their opening two matches. Marco Rossi's side are now top of Group 3, and they will be looking to build on their good start with a win against Germany on Friday.
Hungary have a number of dangerous players in their squad, including Dominik Szoboszlai, Roland Sallai, and Adam Szalai. They are also a well-organized and disciplined team, and they will be difficult to break down for Germany.
If Hungary can beat Germany, they will move top of the group and take a big step towards reaching the finals of the Nations League. However, Germany will be determined to respond after their disappointing defeat to England, and they will be confident of getting a result against Hungary.