The German blocking force, commanded by Rommel, at first consisted of a force based only on Panzer Regiment 5, which was put together from the second regiment of the 3rd Panzer Division.
Saksa tõkkevägi, mille ülem oli Rommel, koosnes kõigepealt väest, mis koosnes ainult 5. tankirügemendist, mis pandi kokku 3. tankidiviisi teisest rügemendist.