Hungary and Germany on song in goalless stalemate
Hungary and Germany played out a goalless draw in their Nations League clash on Friday, with both sides having chances to win the game.
The hosts started the brighter of the two sides and could have taken the lead in the first half, but Roland Sallai saw his effort saved by Manuel Neuer. Germany grew into the game as the half wore on and had their own chances to score, with Timo Werner and Kai Havertz both going close.
The second half was a more even affair, with both sides having chances to win the game. Hungary came close to breaking the deadlock in the 65th minute when Dominik Szoboszlai's free-kick hit the post. Germany had a great chance to win the game in the 80th minute when Leroy Sane found himself in space in the Hungary penalty area, but he blazed his effort over the bar.
The draw leaves Hungary top of Group A3, with Germany in second place. Both sides will be looking to improve their attacking play when they meet again in the reverse fixture in September.
Key stats
- Hungary had 11 shots on target, while Germany had 12.
- Germany had 63% possession, while Hungary had 37%.
- The match was played in front of a crowd of 67,215.
