VIENNA, Nov 21 (Reuters) - Austria outplayed a toothless Germany to win 2-0 in their friendly on Tuesday, ending their year on a high while piling more pressure on the embattled Euro 2024 hosts who had Leroy Sane sent off early in the second half.
Marcel Sabitzer's low drive in the 29th minute put the dominant hosts, who have qualified for the Euros, in front with Germany posing no threat in attack and needing 32 minutes for their first shot on goal.
Austria shot out of the blocks and overwhelmed the error-prone Germans with a high-pressing game.
While the hosts carved out several chances, including a golden opportunity for Michael Gregoritsch who failed to beat Trapp when one-on-one, Germany had to wait 32 minutes for their first effort towards goal.
Germany's disappointing evening was complete when Baumgartner added a second goal, with Austria missing more chances late in the game.
Persons:
Leroy Sane, Marcel Sabitzer's, Austria's Christoph Baumgartner, Kevin Trapp, Julian Nagelsmann, Nagelsmann, Michael Gregoritsch, Trapp, Thomas Mueller, Sane, Phillipp, Baumgartner, Karolos, Toby Davis
Organizations:
Thomson
Locations:
VIENNA, Austria, Germany, Turkey