Germany kicks off Nations League: All 2026 fixtures and dates

The German national team begins its UEFA Nations League preparation on September 24, 2026, with an away match against the Netherlands. After a 1-1 draw against Paraguay (June 29, 2026) and strong recent form (3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss in the last five games), the DFB team under new head coach Jürgen Klopp aims for a strong start.

When is Germany's next match?

Germany's next international fixture is on September 24, 2026, against the Netherlands. The match kicks off at 8:45 PM CET and will be broadcast live on free-to-air TV by ARD, ZDF, or RTL. It marks the first of six group-stage games in the Nations League.

Germany's 2026 national team schedule

  • September 24, 2026: Netherlands vs. Germany (8:45 PM)
  • September 27, 2026: Germany vs. Greece (8:45 PM)
  • October 1, 2026: Germany vs. Serbia (8:45 PM)
  • October 4, 2026: Greece vs. Germany (8:45 PM)
  • November 13, 2026: Serbia vs. Germany (8:45 PM)
  • November 16, 2026: Germany vs. Netherlands (8:45 PM)

Where will the matches be broadcast?

Germany's national team matches will be broadcast on free-to-air TV as usual. ARD, ZDF, and RTL share the broadcasting rights. Fans can also stream the games via the broadcasters' media libraries.

Jürgen Klopp takes over as new head coach

With Jürgen Klopp, the German national team enters a new era. The successful manager will lead the DFB team for the first time on September 24 in the match against the Netherlands. Expectations are high, and fans are eager to see the new squad in action.