Overview
- The win in Leipzig sealed first place in Group A with 15 points and direct qualification for the World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada.
- Leroy Sané scored twice after goals from Nick Woltemade and Serge Gnabry, before Ridle Baku and debutant Assan Ouédraogo completed the 6–0, with Florian Wirtz supplying key assists.
- Ouédraogo marked his first cap with a goal within minutes of coming on, while captain Joshua Kimmich’s early cross created the opener and his leadership was widely noted.
- Slovakia dropped to the March play-offs for a chance to reach the tournament after losing the group decider.
- Nagelsmann outlined a four‑month window for scouting and coordination with club coaches, with the World Cup draw on Dec. 5 in Washington and March friendlies planned, including Ivory Coast in Stuttgart.