Germany led the Netherlands in Amsterdam before conceding a late equaliser to draw 1-1, leaving Klopp with a point from his first game in charge.
The former Liverpool manager was pleased with the response of his players and believes the performance provided a strong foundation for his tenure.
“What we did, and I think everyone already felt it, was that we had a good basis to build a decent team with these players,” Klopp said.
Germany showed greater intensity and aggression than during their disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign, with captain Joshua Kimmich praising the willingness of the squad to follow Klopp’s demands.
“Everyone gave everything, everyone was absolutely willing to win games,” Kimmich said.
Klopp deliberately kept his tactical instructions simple during his short preparation period, instead focusing on the fundamentals and the mentality he expects from his players.
“If not everything can be perfect, you have to develop a spirit in which you are absolutely ready to give everything,” Klopp said.
However, Germany’s preparations have already been complicated by injuries to Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz.
Musiala suffered a muscle tear in his right thigh during the warm-up against the Netherlands, while Havertz was forced off during the match with a thigh problem.
Klopp will therefore have to make changes for the meeting with Greece in Augsburg, with only one full training session available before the match.
“We gave everything and tried to work with the boys, to go through the basics with them, but we know that we have only scratched the surface,” Klopp said.
Germany cannot afford another draw if they want to maintain momentum in the Nations League, with Greece having already beaten Serbia 2-1.
“We are in a results business, and I know that we cannot draw the next 500 games. Otherwise I can go back to padel,” Klopp joked.
The Germany coach was nevertheless encouraged by the performances of debutants Philipp Treu, Younes Ebnoutalib and Yannik Engelhardt, while Kimmich praised the balance between Klopp’s demanding approach and the trust he gives his players.