Germany U-21 pick with EM ticket showdown: This is the situation before the first duel against Israel

Things are getting serious for the German under-21 team: coach Antonio Di Salvo’s selection targets the second match of the year against Israel on Tuesday (5 pm /).ProSieben MAXX) In Petah Tikva the second victory. There were three more points that would put the defending champions five points ahead of Israel, thus taking a huge step towards securing a ticket to the European Championship two games before the end of the qualifiers. “This is a very important match for us because important points are at stake,” said Hertha defender Marton Dardy, who made his debut in his team’s 4-0 win over Latvia in Aachen last Friday.We are focused and ready.“

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After a week filled with staff concerns (De Salvo had to nominate players several times) with the hoped-for victory over Latvia at the end, the DFL players also took advantage of the trip to Tel Aviv to catch their breath. After their arrival, Captain Jonathan Burkhardt and Company were able to enjoy the bright sunshine and view during a tennis ball ride on the beach promenade.

However, the choice of beginners did not lose focus. Because: How strong the opponent is, Di Salvo and his team have known since the first leg at the latest, when the German national team in the first appearance of Stefan Kontz’s successor only turned 1-2 into a famous 3-2 victory in the final. phase. “I think we are better prepared. We know what’s coming, it’s going to be a tough matchMalik Tillman said.

To claim self-confidence for the selection of young people is in any case the desire to win every game. “That’s why winning is on our agenda,” said the young man. Bayern continues. In the 2023 European Championships finals in Georgia and Romania, the team surrounding Captain Burkhardt wants to successfully defend the title from 2021. Greuther Fürth’s Maximilian Bauer said of Mainz’s Burckhardt, who was one of the few in the current team to win the 2021 victory: “No There is something bigger than playing EM. Johnny only said positive things, and that motivates us all.” there. And it’s clear to everyone what Bauer said: “If you win the match, you’re taking a big step. We want to be there for 90 minutes and get the most out of it.”