Serge Gnabry was at the heart of Germany's emphatic 6-0 victory over Slovakia, leading the team's resurgence in attacking brilliance and helping restore optimism among fans.
Scotland leapfrogged Denmark to secure their first World Cup qualification since 1998, thanks to a 4-2 win on Tuesday, while Austria were confirmed as Group H winners.
A dramatic night across Europe saw Germany and the Netherlands seal their 2026 World Cup places with emphatic wins, while Croatia produced a stirring comeback and Poland rescued themselves late on in Malta.
Norway and Portugal claimed the top spots in Group I and F respectively after winning their 2026 World Cup qualifiers in convincing fashion on Sunday.
Saturday's World Cup qualifying for the Europe was headlined by Belarus holding Denmark to a draw to keep Scotland's qualification hopes alive after loss to Greece.
Bayern Munich were held to their first draw of the season by Union Berlin whilst Bayer Leverkusen hammered Heidenheim 6-0 in the Bundesliga on Saturday.