Greece secures historic victory against Germany in Nations League

The Greek national football team achieved its first-ever victory against Germany on September 27, 2026, winning 1-0 at the WWK Arena in Augsburg. The decisive goal was scored by Dimitris Kourbelis in the 74th minute, capping an impressive defensive performance led by coach Ivan Jovanovic. This result, following an earlier 2-1 win over Serbia, places Greece at the top of Group 2 in League A of the UEFA Nations League.

The team's success has generated immense national enthusiasm, with fans rapidly purchasing tickets for upcoming home matches at Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki. Greece is scheduled to host the Netherlands on October 1, 2026, followed by a rematch against Germany on October 4. FIFA has recognized the team's strong start, moving Greece up five places to 41st in the world rankings. With a perfect record in the tournament so far, the team remains highly motivated to continue its pursuit of a spot in the quarter-finals.