Germany secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Poland in their opening match of the European Championship on Friday evening in St. Gallen. The result propels Germany to the top of Group C.
The first half was characterized by tactical discipline from both sides, with limited clear-cut chances for either team. Germany’s captain, Giulia Gwinn, was forced to leave the field due to an early injury. However, the momentum shifted in Germany’s favour following the interval.
The breakthrough came in the 52nd minute when Jule Brand, capitalizing on a Polish defensive error, fired a powerful left-footed shot into the far corner. Just 14 minutes later, Lea Schüller extended the lead, heading in a precise cross from Brand for the final score of 2-0.
Germany dominated the remainder of the match, stifling any Polish attempts and preventing them from converting counter-attacking opportunities into scoring chances. Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger delivered a strong performance, making several crucial saves to deny Poland a potential goal. The German defense demonstrated solidity and composure throughout the encounter.
This opening win provides Germany with a significant boost as they advance to the next stage of the tournament.
