Florian Wirtz played a pivotal role as Germany secured their first victory under new coach Jürgen Klopp in a 2-0 win over Serbia on Thursday at the Allianz Arena. Wirtz not only set up the opening goal but also scored the second, helping Klopp to a breakthrough after a slow start to his international tenure.

The match marked Klopp’s third game in charge of Germany. Following a late equalizer against the Netherlands and a narrow defeat to Greece, the Liverpool forward’s performance was instrumental in delivering positive momentum for the team. Wirtz, returning to the national setup amid intense club scrutiny over his form at Liverpool, particularly after a lackluster display against Bournemouth, showcased his quality on his first start under Klopp.

Germany dominated possession throughout the match, maintaining nearly 70 percent control of the ball and applying sustained pressure on Serbia’s defense. While the home side initially struggled to convert their chances, it was Wirtz’s persistence and skill that eventually broke the deadlock. In the 39th minute, Wirtz maneuvered past Serbia defender Srdjan Babic before unleashing a shot that struck the post. Bayern Munich midfielder Tom Bischof, 21, reacted swiftly to score from the rebound, giving Germany the lead.

Wirtz took over the captain’s armband in the second half following Serge Gnabry’s substitution and continued to influence the game. In the 61st minute, displaying notable composure and technical ability, Wirtz outplayed Babic again and calmly finished to double Germany’s advantage. Serbia posed few threats, with their primary attempt coming on a counterattack led by Filip Kostic, which ultimately failed to create a significant scoring opportunity.

This victory provides a much-needed boost for Klopp’s Germany as they aim to rebuild and establish consistency. Wirtz’s commanding performance underlines his importance to both club and country, suggesting he could be a central figure in the coach’s plans moving forward. The final score stood at Germany 2, Serbia 0, with goals by Bischof and Wirtz securing the result.