Greece remain top of Group A2 ahead of second Germany test after home draw with Dutch

Greece sit atop Group A2 in the Nations League standings, leading the way ahead of their upcoming clash against Germany. This position was secured after a home draw with the Netherlands, which saw both teams earn a point. The match at Toumba Stadium on Thursday was a thrilling affair, with the Dutch and Greeks putting up a good fight.

The Netherlands and Greece were level in the contest after an entertaining showcase of football. The hosts were on a roll, having secured three wins in their last three Nations League games. However, their lead was short-lived as Greece struck back with two goals in the final 15 minutes of the game.

Unfortunately, Greece's initial goal was disallowed by VAR for an offside offense. Former Fortuna Düsseldorf winger Christos Tzolis scored what would have been the opening goal but was deemed offside. In the 45th minute of the match, Fotis Ioannidis leveled the score for Greece. Just five minutes later, Georgios Masouras assisted Tzolis' replacement in the first-half injury time, further cementing Greece's lead.

The Dutch fought back, starting their comeback at the hour mark. Captain Virgil van Dijk scored from a corner-kick taken by Joey Veerman of Borussia Dortmund. Konstantinos Karetsas of Dortmund also found the back of the net. The late goal from Xavi kept his unbeaten record intact, and Tijani Reijnders added another equalizer for the Netherlands in the 89th minute.

Netherlands fielded their twin brothers Jurriën and Quinten Timber, along with experienced players Ryan Gravenberch and Joshua Zirkzee off the bench. Meanwhile, Greece will welcome Germany to Toumba Stadium on October 4th, while the Netherlands will face Serbia in Eindhoven. Greece currently leads the group with 7 points, followed closely by the Netherlands and Germany, who have yet to score a point.