Germany vs England – Top Fantasy Picks on BalleBaazi: UEFA Nations League 2022-23

Germany are set to host England for their second game of this season’s UEFA Nations League. England lost their opening match against Hungary in a game where they were poor. They had fewer shots on target in the ninety minutes than Hungary as they eventually lost the game 1-0.

Meanwhile, Germany drew their first match against Italy 1-1 in a tight opener. This is the group of death and both nations face off against each other looking to qualify for the next stages of the competition, although the odds are stacked against the Three Lions.

Let’s take a look at the best players you can pick for your fantasy team on the BalleBaazi app for this game tonight.

Goalkeeper

Manuel Neuer – 8.5

Germany’s skipper, Manuel Neuer, is likely to start in goal and is a clear choice for this position. The German keeper won another Bundesliga with Bayern Munich and kept 10 clean sheets in 28 appearances.

England are most likely to play on the counterattack tonight and Neuer’s ability to read the game and play as a sweeper in goal will be important for Germany to play a high line.

Defenders

Reece James – 8.5

Reece James could be a good pick for your team in this position. The Chelsea wing-back is a versatile player who can play across the backline and is equally adept in defending and attacking.

In a season where Chelsea lacked inspiration and spark, James was one of their best players. He scored 5 goals and made 9 assists in the Premier League last season and is a pick you can explore for your team.

Antonio Rudiger – 9

Another player who was excellent for his former club Chelsea is Antonio Rudiger. His influence on that Chelsea side since Tuchel came in as manager was impressive. He is moving to Real Madrid this summer as a free agent after winning the Champions League for Chelsea in 2021.

He will be a key player in the German back line tonight as they face a potent counterattacking England team. Rudiger’s pace and power will be tested today and he will be a vital player for Hansi Flick’s side.

Midfielders

Joshua Kimmich – 9

Joshua Kimmich is a very underrated player. One of the most versatile, talented footballers and a player with a tireless work-rate and a high level of football intelligence, Kimmich is a unique player who can be deployed in multiple positions.

In a season where the media have criticised his performances, Kimmich still provided 11 assists in the Bundesliga from playing in a deeper position.

He will be a significant player for Germany, and Hansi Flick knows how to get the most out of him. It’s certain that Flick will use Kimmich’s versatility against this England side where adaptability and flexibility are required.

Kimmich scored against Italy and he could be amongst the goals and assists in this game as well.

Ilkay Gundogan – 9

Another sensational German midfielder who you could pick is Ilkay Gundogan. He is another underrated player who is one of the most complete footballers in the world. He is a skilled and tireless midfielder who can operate in multiple positions depending on the situation.

He scored 8 goals and assisted 4 in the Premier League last season, and of course not to forget that he also scored the title-clinching goal for Man City against Aston Villa on the last day of the season.

Gundogan will be key to this German side in the midfield battle against England.

Declan Rice – 8

It’s difficult to be selected in a fantasy team when Germany are your opponents, because the Germans keep producing sensational midfielders and are perhaps the more complete squad between the two. However, Declan Rice has proved his worth in the last couple of seasons and is now on the verge of becoming a world-class midfielder.

He was tremendous for West Ham as they had a historic season in Europe. Against Germany, he will be an important player for England as they will try to restrict Germany from playing through the midfield lines.

Rice is perhaps England’s most consistent player and is a great pick for your team in midfield.

Strikers

Harry Kane – 10

This is probably the only position right now where an English player is a clear choice. Harry Kane is one of the best players in the world, and since Antonio Conte arrived at Spurs, his form has improved.

Despite what pundits and critics referred to as a ‘poor season’, Kane still scored 17 goals and provided 9 assists in spite of a slight dip in his performances.

There is no doubt that his form under Conte next season could be explosive, but for now he will be England’s key player to lead the team as captain and spearhead their attack.

If England are to progress in the competition Kane will have to turn it on tonight and be amongst the goals.