Germany Beats Serbia 3-1 in Nations League
Kai Havertz's involvement in the opening goals drew praise from German media after a 74-minute performance on the road.
Updated on Nov. 14, 2026 in Soccer
Germany defeated Serbia 3-1 in a UEFA Nations League match on November 13, 2026. Kai Havertz played 74 minutes and was involved in the first two goals, including a third-minute header that led to a Serbian own goal by Srdjan Babic.
Why it matters
The result keeps Germany's Nations League campaign on track and adds to discussion about Havertz's form for club and country. German media, including Sport.de and Fussballdaten, singled out his influence on the opening goals.
Havertz played 74 minutes and was involved in both of the first two goals, while Abendzeitung München graded his performance 2/5. The source does not report his expected minutes or role for Germany's next fixture.
The players
Kai Havertz
Kai Havertz is a German international forward who has played for Chelsea and Arsenal in the Premier League.
Florian Wirtz
Florian Wirtz is a German attacking midfielder who has become one of the most prominent young players in European football.
The details
Havertz's third-minute header forced Srdjan Babic to put the ball into his own net, and Havertz later had a shot saved by Vanja Milinkovic-Savic in the 14th minute. Florian Wirtz scored from the rebound after the save, and Havertz headed a chance wide in the 19th minute.
Timeline
November 13, 2026: Germany defeats Serbia 3-1 in the UEFA Nations League.
Season Trajectory
The result is one group-stage fixture in the UEFA Nations League, a competition that determines promotion and relegation between divisions. Germany's points from this match feed directly into its standing for the remaining qualifying games.
Havertz's involvement in the first two goals and his 74 minutes on the field may affect how fantasy managers and fans view his short-term role. The source does not specify his expected minutes in upcoming fixtures.
The takeaway
Strong contributions in early matches can shift how coaches and fans assess a player's role, but a single result rarely settles it. Watch the next few fixtures for consistent minutes and output from Havertz.
Further reading
For more on the European national-team game, see our Soccer coverage.
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