Holders Germany secured their place at next year’s World Cup with a convincing 3-1 win over Northern Ireland in their qualifier at Windsor Park.
A stunning strike from Sebastian Rudy after less than two minutes set the tone for a dominant first-half display by the world champions and Sandro Wagner, who also hit the post, added a second.
Play-off chasing Northern Ireland, who remain second in Group C, hit the bar through Conor Washington but the outstanding Joshua Kimmich made victory certain before Josh Magennis’ injury-time consolation.
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???? It may have been a consolation but it was still amazing to see the #GAWA cheering on a goal against the World Champions! ???????? #DareToDream pic.twitter.com/haedtucajn
— Northern Ireland (@NorthernIreland) October 5, 2017
