Watch Switzerland vs Germany full match replay and highlights.
KICK-OFF at 19:00 (GMT) on 23rd June 2024
The referee for this match is D. Orsato
Game played at Frankfurt Arena
This is a match in Europe – UEFA European Championship, Group A, Season 2024
Germany 1-1 Switzerland: Late Equalizer Secures Top Spot for Germany in Group A
Niclas Füllkrug’s stoppage-time equalizer ensured Germany finished atop Group A at UEFA Euro 2024, securing a 1-1 draw with Switzerland in Frankfurt. This result confirmed Germany’s place at the summit, while Switzerland also advanced as runners-up.
First Half: Switzerland Strike First
Germany, already through to the knockout stages with an impressive 7-1 aggregate from their first two games, aimed to secure the top spot at Deutsche Bank Park. However, Julian Nagelsmann’s side faced a well-organized Swiss team that stifled Germany’s star players, Toni Kroos and Jamal Musiala.
Despite their dominance, Germany’s first significant attempt was disallowed. Robert Andrich’s long-range strike beat Yann Sommer, but the goal was ruled out due to a foul in the build-up.
Taking advantage of this reprieve, Switzerland opened the scoring against the run of play. Remo Freuler, given too much space on the left, delivered a precise cross to Dan Ndoye, who fired past Manuel Neuer at the near post. Ndoye nearly doubled his tally moments later, narrowly missing the target after outpacing Antonio Rüdiger.
Germany’s woes deepened when Jonathan Tah received his second booking of the tournament, ruling him out of the Round of 16 clash.
Second Half: German Pressure and a Late Equalizer
Germany, trailing for the first time in the tournament, applied relentless pressure after the break. Sommer was called into action, denying Musiala’s powerful effort and Havertz’s close-range header, while Manuel Akanji made a crucial block to keep out Joshua Kimmich.
Nagelsmann made full use of his substitutes in search of an equalizer. Despite Neuer’s crucial save to deny Granit Xhaka, Germany’s persistence paid off in stoppage time. Substitute David Raum delivered a perfect cross, which Füllkrug headed into the far corner, marking his 13th goal in 19 appearances for Germany.
Key Highlights
- Tactical Battle: Switzerland effectively neutralized Germany’s key players in the first half.
- Early Setback: Germany’s disallowed goal and Switzerland’s opener shifted the game’s momentum.
- Second Half Siege: Germany’s relentless pressure and Sommer’s heroics.
- Late Drama: Füllkrug’s stoppage-time equalizer secured top spot for Germany.
Implications
- Germany’s Top Spot: Germany finishes Group A in first place, extending their unbeaten run to seven matches.
- Switzerland Advances: Switzerland finishes as runners-up, also maintaining a seven-match unbeaten streak.
- Next Round Preparations: Germany will need to adjust without Tah, while Switzerland can build on their solid defensive display.
Conclusion
Germany’s resilience and late equalizer highlighted their strength and determination, securing their position as group leaders. Switzerland’s disciplined performance earned them a deserved spot in the knockout stages, setting the stage for an exciting Round of 16.