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Klopp's Germany Debut Ends in 1-0 Loss to Greece

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Jürgen Klopp's homecoming as Germany manager ended in a 1-0 defeat to Greece in Augsburg, with substitute Dimitrios Kourbelis scoring the only goal in the 74th minute via a deflected strike. Germany had 75% possession and 16 shots but failed to break down a well-organised Greek defence. Klopp made five changes from the 1-1 draw in the Netherlands, including a debut for Hoffenheim winger Bambasé Conté.

Greece secured their second Nations League win, leaving Germany with just one point from two fixtures. Key moments included chances from Karim Adeyemi, Joshua Kimmich, and Felix Nmecha, while Greece's Konstantinos Karetsas and Christos Tzolis created early threats. Klopp brought on Florian Wirtz, Jonathan Burkardt, Serge Gnabry, Anton Stach, and Hennes Behrens in a late push, but Germany could not equalise.

Fotis Ioannidis had a late chance to make it 2-0, hitting the post. Greece's defensive resilience and clinical counter-attack secured a surprise victory.