Group win in jeopardy? U21 concede as opponents pull one back | OneFootball

The German U21 team is currently playing against defending champion England in the European Championship in Slovakia. Coach Antonio Di Salvo made a complete lineup change compared to the first two matches. Not a single player from the starting lineup of the England match had previously started on the field. However, this doesn't seem to bother the second string of the DFB youth team at all.

On the contrary: The team had a real dream start. Gladbach's Lukas Ullrich found Ansgar Knauff with a perfect pass, who beautifully controlled the ball and scored into the far corner.

England didn't seem to be fully awake yet. With a victory, the DFB team would secure the group win. And it looks very promising now. Nelson Weiper made it 2-0 after an assist from Knauff in the 33rd minute.

However, the game could still turn around, as the English have reduced the score to 1-2. Alex Scott from AFC Bournemouth scored the goal to close the gap. This could be a long final phase for the DFB team. However, a draw would also be enough for first place.

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