Germany and France are both looking to pick themselves up off the dirt after uneven performances in the semifinals. Germany just never looked authoritative for too long and lacked chemistry. When coupled with a poor game plan and poor execution, it was the perfect combination for the rare loss to Portugal.

Before a champion is crowned, Germany and France will face off in a UEFA Nations League third place consolation game after both sides fell short in the semifinals. Germany were bested by a Portugal side that came out guns blazing in the second half.

Despite failing to reach the final of the 2025 UEFA Nations League, Germany and France will face off to decide who will be crowned the third-best national team of the tournament. Check out here the predicted lineups.