The two front-runners in World Cup 2026 Qualifying Group A go head to head in Belfast on Monday, with Northern Ireland looking to build on their momentum and pull off a major shock against Germany.

Both teams head into this game with two wins and six points each from their opening three games, though Germany are at the top of the table because of their better goal difference (+4 to +2).

Only registering two shots on goal is the unacceptable stat, especially when the better shot looked more like an own goal.