Germany and Northern Ireland square off at RheinEnergieSTADION at 8:45 PM today, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the UEFA Qualification – 1st Round – Group A.

Germany are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Northern Ireland will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Germany hold the edge with 6 wins to Northern Ireland's 0 in 6 meetings. Their most recent meeting saw Germany edged it 6-1.

Germany's aggressive 4-2-3-1 system could test the resilience of Northern Ireland's 3-4-2-1 approach.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Germany may hold the edge at RheinEnergieSTADION, but Northern Ireland's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.