'Football, that's how it is' - Jurgen Klopp tastes first Germany defeat as clinical Greece secure historic Nations League upset

Jurgen Klopp has suffered his first defeat as Germany head coach after a historic 1-0 UEFA Nations League loss against Greece. Dimitris Kourbelis struck a late deflected winner in Augsburg, punishing the hosts for their lack of conviction despite dominating possession.
Klopp experienced his first defeat as Germany head coach as his side fell to a 1-0 UEFA Nations League loss against Greece . The match at the WWK Arena in Augsburg was decided by a 74th-minute deflected strike from Dimitris Kourbelis. This result earned the visitors a historic first-ever victory over Germany.
Despite dominating possession through Joshua Kimmich and Felix Nmecha, the hosts failed to convert key opportunities. They found themselves frustrated by a resilient and well-organised Greek defence throughout the contest. The result leaves Germany facing a tricky scenario in Group A. Meanwhile, Greece take sole possession of top spot in the standings.
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