In the UEFA Nations League semi-finals, Germany faced Portugal without key players but tried a new 3-4-2-1 formation under manager Julian Nagelsmann. The first half saw a balanced contest with Germany slightly dominating despite Florian Wirtz’s struggles. Wirtz eventually scored early in the second half, giving Germany a fleeting sense of hope. However, Portugal responded fiercely, scoring two goals and clinching a 2-1 victory, showcasing their resilience and tactics compared to Germany’s inability to adapt late in the match.
Germany's odd 3-4-2-1 formation was the result of key player absences, reflecting manager Julian Nagelsmann's efforts to adapt with available talent.
Germany exhibited promising attacking play in the first half but faltered in the second, unable to respond to Portugal's resurgent performance.
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