Germany Women’s National Team Secures Decisive Victory Over Slovenia in World Cup Qualifying

The German women’s national football team launched their 2027 World Cup qualifying campaign with a commanding 5-0 victory over Slovenia on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The match, serving as the first qualifier in Group A4, saw goals from Vivien Endemann, Elisa Senß, Linda Dallmann, Larissa Mühlhaus, and Lea Schüller.

Match Highlights and Key Performances

Vivien Endemann opened the scoring for Germany in the 6th minute, followed by Elisa Senß extending the lead to 2-0 in the 12th minute. Linda Dallmann added another goal shortly after the restart, in the 48th minute. Debutant Larissa Mühlhaus scored in the 53rd minute, and Lea Schüller completed the rout with a goal in the 71st minute, solidifying a 5-0 win for the hosts.

Team Lineups and Tactical Adjustments

National coach Christian Wück faced challenges in assembling his starting lineup due to injuries to key offensive players Selina Cerci and Klara Bühl. Wück responded by restructuring the attack, deploying Endemann on the left wing and Jule Brand on the right, with Dallmann taking a central attacking midfield role.

Coach and Player Reactions

Christian Wück expressed overall satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating in a post-match interview with ARD, “We cleared things up pretty quickly and improved in the second half.” Captain Giulia Gwinn acknowledged areas for improvement, noting, “We have to set that aside. Nevertheless, the game makes you want more.”

Qualification Pathway and Upcoming Fixtures

To directly qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, Germany must finish as the group winner in qualification Group A4. Their next qualifying match is scheduled for Saturday against Norway, with Austria as the third opponent in the group.

Squad Details

The German squad included goalkeepers Ann-Katrin Berger, Stina Johannes, and Ena Mahmutovic. Defenders included Giulia Gwinn, Franziska Kett, Sophia Kleinherne, Rebecca Knaak, Camilla Küver, Sarai Linder, Janina Minge, and Carlotta Wamser. Midfielders and attackers comprised Nicole Anyomi, Jule Brand, Klara Bühl, Selina Cerci, Linda Dallmann, Vivien Endemann, Laura Freigang, Lisanne Gräwe, Shekiera Martinez, Sjoeke Nüsken, Lea Schüller, Elisa Senß, Jella Veit and Larissa Mühlhaus.