After a thrilling victory over Germany in Leipzig, Hungary remains in first place in Group A3 and has a strong chance of making the Nations League finals. The game-winning goal was scored by Adam Szalai, who met a corner with an amazing backheeled volley that looped into the far corner.
Hungary came near to scoring again in the first half after Szalai's 26th goal for his country gave them the lead. However, Marc-Andre ter Stegen successfully stopped Willi Orban's shot. Hungary did not make it to this winter's World Cup in Qatar.
Germany's loss prevents them from making the finals and keeps them in League A after England's loss in Italy resulted in their relegation. In their final group match, Hungary welcomes Italy with the knowledge that a draw advances them. For a good portion of the night, they appeared to be in line to advance to the finals, but Italy's victory over England in Milan ensured that Monday would determine which team would advance. The outcome maintains Hungary's outstanding track record in the Nations League.