Due to Luković's one-match suspension as a result of the red card, Subotić started the next match in a must-win situation versus Germany, putting in a confident and effective performance against German forwards who despite mounting great pressure spells throughout the match ultimately failed to score as Serbia recorded a famous 1–0 win.
Due to Luković's one-match suspension following a red card, Subotić took his place in the next game in an extremely important win-or-lose situation against Germany, producing a confident and effective performance against German forwards who despite numerous intense pressure spells throughout the match were unable to score as Serbia secured a remarkable 1–0 victory.