Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann is focused solely on securing victories in their remaining World Cup qualifiers, with no room for experimentation. Two wins in their final matches would guarantee a spot at next year’s tournament.

The Germans travel to Luxembourg on Friday before hosting Slovakia on November 14th. Wins in both fixtures would see them top Group A and earn automatic qualification for the World Cup.

“We want to have a good balance in the squad and cover every position with depth,” Nagelsmann said at a press conference on Monday. “The most important thing is to succeed in these games, earn six points, and qualify for the World Cup. We don’t rely on other results—only on our team’s performance. It’s a good starting position, but we still need to make it count.”

Nagelsmann also addressed the omission of VfB Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller, who has five caps. The coach emphasized that the 24-year-old’s chances for next year’s tournament remain open.

“I spoke with Angelo. His development is on the right track,” Nagelsmann explained. “At the six position, Felix Nmecha and Aleksandar Pavlovic are slightly ahead for now. Angelo needs to maintain his upward form. In March, there will be a new squad selection. The door is not closed.”

Germany currently lead Group A with nine points, ahead of second-placed Slovakia on goal difference. Northern Ireland sit third with six points, and Luxembourg remain without points. The group winner secures automatic qualification, while the runner-up will enter the March 2026 playoffs.

The four-time world champions are determined to make a deep run at the tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, following disappointing first-round exits in the last two editions.

“We don’t have the luxury of another slip-up,” Nagelsmann said, reflecting on Germany’s 2-0 loss to Slovakia in September. Since then, Germany has won their next three qualifiers.

“We’ve improved, as I mentioned, and our starting conditions are better—but the task isn’t complete yet.”