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Poland and Germany face each other tonight in a match that could define the second semifinal ticket in Group A. Sweden already has six points after beating Bosnia this afternoon; the rest of the group plays for its future at the Sarajevo stadium.
The situation is clear: Germany, with three points after their opening 5-0 win over the hosts, will seal their place in the semis if they win. Poland, with zero points after falling to Sweden (0-1), has their final opportunity to stay alive. A German setback — a defeat or a draw — complicates the Mannschaft’s path and keeps the fight for the second spot open. For the Polish side, they must win.
Historical record weights heavy
The historical numbers are not in Poland’s favour: one win, zero draws, and five defeats against Germany in all direct meetings. In goals, the difference is even more striking: 4 to 29. It is not just that Germany wins; they usually score a lot. The Polish side knows that tonight’s match requires something history has not granted them so far.
Germany, unstoppable
Germany’s form is eloquent: four consecutive wins heading into this tournament. In the opening matchday, the 5-0 victory over Bosnia had no contest: Paula Rintzner opened the scoring, Felicia Sträßer scored twice, and Emma Memminger and Lany Bäcker completed the festival.
The team combines a solid defensive block — clean sheet so far in this Euro — with a frightening attacking threat. Helen Börner, Leonie Köpp, and Elira Terakaj are the threats up front.
Poland, better than their standings suggest
The Polish side did not deserve to leave empty-handed against Sweden: they dominated the first half, generated chances, and only bad luck — an own goal by Iga Witkowska in the 83rd minute following an action by Ekberg — left them without points.
The defeat was their only setback in the last five matches, and the squad has arguments to compete: Zuzanna Witek runs the midfield and the attack formed by Julia Langosz, Aisha Nsangou, and Kinga Wyrwas has the speed to cause damage in behind.
Schedule, stadium, referee and where to watch Poland-Germany
The match between Poland and Germany kicks off this Tuesday, 30 June, at 20:00 CET at the Asim Ferhatović Hase Stadium in Sarajevo.
The match will be refereed by Slovakia’s Miriama Bočková, assisted by Aleksandra Kostić (SRB) and Ana Ciobotaru (MDA). Fourth official: Merima Čelík (BIH).
The fixture is not scheduled to be broadcast on RTVE Play nor is it listed on the UEFA.tv calendar accessible from Spain. Access from other territories may be subject to geographical restrictions.
Confirmed official lineups
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Poland (1-4-4-2): Woźniak; Witkowska, Sobierajska, Bartczak, Piekarska; Zielińska, Araśniewicz, Witek, Pągowska; Związek, Świrska.
Head coach: Marcin Kasprowicz. -
Germany (1-3-4-3): Krumme; Müller, Zähringer, Maas; Memminger, Omeineder, Schneider, Sträßer; Portella, Börner, Zimmermann.
Head coach: Melanie Behringer.
