Germany x Slovakia: where to watch live, time and lineups for the European Qualifiers game
Germany and Slovakia face each other this Monday (17), at 4:45 pm (Brasília time), at the Red Bull Arena, in Leipzig. The game is worth the leadership of Group A of the European Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup and the only direct place in the group. The two teams are tied on 12 points, but Germany has an advantage on goal difference and qualifies with a draw.
The match will be broadcast live on Disney+ streaming and on the SporTV channel on closed TV. The referee will be Frenchman François Letexier, with VAR commanded by Willy Delajod.
- Game: Germany x Slovakia
- Round: 9th of the European Qualifiers
- Date: November 17, 2025
- Time: 4:45 pm (Brasília time)
- Location: Red Bull Arena, Leipzig (ALE)
- Transmission: Disney+ and SporTV
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German advantage and Slovak pressure
Germany is on a streak of four consecutive victories in the competition. Julian Nagelsmann’s team is playing for a draw to guarantee first place and avoid the play-offs. A defeat, however, forces the Germans to compete in the playoffs in March 2026.
Slovakia enters the field forced to win. The team led by Francesco Calzona beat Germany 2-0 in the first game and has won two victories in the last three direct clashes. The positive result in Leipzig marked an unprecedented direct qualification for a World Cup.
Probable selection lineups
Julian Nagelsmann must maintain the base he has been working on. Without Neuer, Baumann remains in goal, while Woltemade gets another chance as a reference in attack.
Slovakia counts on the return of important parts. Skriniar commands the defense alongside Gyomber, and the midfield has Lobotka as the main organizer.
Recent history favors visitors
In the last five games between the teams, Slovakia won twice. Germany came out on top in two other duels, with a draw completing the record.
The most recent clash ended 2-0 for the Slovaks, in September 2025. Haraslin and Strelec scored the goals in that match held in Bratislava.
French arbitration in charge
François Letexier referees the game accompanied by assistants Cyril Mugnier and Mehdi Rahmouni. The fourth referee will be Romain Lissorgue.
At VAR, Willy Delajod is responsible for reviews. The French team has experience in UEFA competitions and has already played in Nations League games this season.
Group A Retrospect so far
Germany and Slovakia lead with 12 points each. The two teams have already guaranteed at least the playoff, regardless of the result.
The other positions are still fighting for possible extra places via the UEFA general rankings. The winner of this confrontation guarantees direct presence in the 2026 World Cup, which will be played in Canada, the United States and Mexico.
Expect a full house in Leipzig
The Red Bull Arena should receive around 42 thousand fans. Tickets sold out quickly after the decisive clash was confirmed.
The German fans hope to repeat the support of the last rounds at home. In the four consecutive victories as home team, the crowd made a difference in the final minutes of the games.
