Germany's national team, led by Julian Nagelsmann, topped Group A3 with an unbeaten record, setting up a quarterfinal clash against Italy, who historically leads their head-to-head matchup. Despite Italy's past dominance, Germany has not lost to them in their last six encounters. This upcoming match marks Germany's attempt to break their streak of failures in knockout rounds, while Italy's unorthodox 3-5-1-1 formation and lack of clean sheets raise concerns about their defensive solidity against Germany's formidable attack.
Historically, Italy holds a slight edge over Germany with a record of 15 wins, 13 draws, and 9 losses, but Germany has dominated recent encounters with six consecutive wins.
Despite Germany's past knockout stage struggles, their recent form suggests potential as they overcame tough group stage opponents, setting the stage for a competitive quarterfinal.
Germany's defensive strategy may hinge on key players like Joshua Kimmich and Oliver Baumann, facing off against Italy's versatile attacking lineup which poses a significant challenge.
Italy's unusual 3-5-1-1 formation and recent scoring inconsistency raise questions about their preparedness to face a rejuvenated German squad aiming for redemption.
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