Germany’s national football team announced its starting lineup for the upcoming FIFA World Cup match against Spain on June 13, 2026, with head coach Julian Nagelsmann confirming the selection during a press conference in Frankfurt, Germany. The match, scheduled to kick off at 3:00 PM local time (19:00 UTC) at the Allianz Arena, will be the second group-stage game for both teams in the 2026 tournament, which is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Germany’s Tactical Setup
Nagelsmann revealed a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Harry Kane as the lone striker, supported by a midfield trio of Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, and Emre Can. The backline features Mats Hummels and Antonio Rüdiger as center-backs, flanked by Josko Gvardiol and Lukas Knauff. The coach emphasized the importance of controlling the midfield to neutralize Spain’s possession-based style, stating, “We need to be disciplined in transition and exploit their wide spaces when they push forward.”
Spain’s lineup, confirmed by manager Luis Enrique, includes a similar 4-2-3-1 setup, with Rodri and Sergio Busquets anchoring
