United States vs Germany: Preview, predictions, team news
- USWNT vs Germany kicks off on July 28 at 3 p.m. ET
- Both sides sit atop Group B with three points
- Sophia Smith's injury status is unknown ahead of the match
The United States take on Germany in their second match at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and the winner will likely finish atop Group B.
Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the United States, Germany, Australia, and Zambia were sorted into Group B, making it one of the hardest groups in the tournament. The USWNT are unbeaten in their last five matches under Emma Hayes, and Germany have only lost one game in their last eight.
Both sides got their 2024 Paris Olympics campaigns off to a strong start, picking up three points in their opening fixtures. The USWNT defeated Zambia 3-0 while Germany cruised past Australia with the same scoreline. Now, the two teams will meet in Marsielle on July 28.
Here's 90min's guide to USA vs Germany at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
What time does United States vs Germany kick off?
- Location: Marsielle, France
- Stadium: Stade de Marsielle
- Date: Sunday, July 28
- Kick-off time: 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. BST
United States vs Germany H2H record (last five games)
- United States: 4 wins
- Germany: 1 win
- Draws: 0 draws
- Last meeting: United States 2-1 Germany (Nov. 13, 2022) - International friendly
Current form (all competitions)
United States | Germany |
|---|---|
USA 3-0 Zambia - July 25, 2024 | Germany 3-0 Australia - July 25, 2024 |
USA 0-0 Costa Rica - July 16, 2024 | Germany 4-0 Austria - July 16, 2024 |
USA 1-0 Mexico - July 13, 2024 | Iceland 3-0 Germany - July 12, 2024 |
USA 3-0 South Korea - June 4, 2024 | Poland 1-3 Germany - June 4, 2024 |
USA 4-0 South Korea - June 1, 2024 | Germany 4-1 Poland - May 31, 2024 |
How to watch United States vs Germany on TV and live stream
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United States | USA Network, Universo, Peacock, FuboTV |
United Kingdom | Eurosport 5, discovery+ |
United States team news
The big story ahead of the USWNT's clash with Germany is the status of Sophia Smith. The forward was subbed off in the USA's first 2024 Paris Olympic Games match against Zambia in the 43rd minute after suffering a knock that kept her down for several minutes. Although there has yet to be an update on her fitness from Emma Hayes, the injury did not look severe, and the substitution came when the United States were already winning 3-0.
If Smith cannot go against Germany, expect Lynn Williams to start in her place.
United States predicted lineup vs Germany
United States predicted lineup vs Germany( 4-3-3 ): Naeher; Fox, Girma, Davidson, Dunn; Lavelle, Horan, Coffey; Rodman, Smith, Swanson
Germany team news
Germany are one of the dark horses at this summer's Olympics. Although they might not have the same talent on paper as Spain or the United States, Die Nationalelf are not a team to overlook, especially with players like Alexandra Popp and Lea Schuller up top. Wolfsburg's Jule Brand is another player to watch; at just 21-years old, the winger already nine goals for her country, including one in Germany's opening Olympics match.
Germany predicted lineup vs United States
Germany predicted lineup vs United States (4-3-3): Berger; Gwinn, Hendrich, Hegering, Linder; Brand, Minge, Nusken, Buhl; Popp, Schuller
United States vs Germany score prediction
Although the United States vs Germany has the potential to be a high-scoring affair (both teams scored three goals in their opening fixtures), the match should be a lot closer than people might expect. It is hard to go against the USA, though, who are unbeaten under Emma Hayes, and have yet to concede a goal.