Germany

The Germany national football team (German: Deutsche Fußballnationalmannschaft) enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup seeking redemption after consecutive group-stage exits in 2018 and 2022. With four World Cup titles (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014), Germany remains one of the most successful nations in tournament history, and their new golden generation is ready to restore national pride.

2026 World Cup Prospects

Under Julian Nagelsmann, Germany has undergone a complete transformation. The Musiala-Wirtz axis is the most exciting attacking partnership in world football — Jamal Musiala's dribbling magic combined with Florian Wirtz's creative brilliance gives Germany genuine star power.

The experienced core includes Ilkay Gündogan, Joshua Kimmich, and Antonio Rüdiger, providing the backbone for the new generation to flourish. Manuel Neuer may have retired, but Marc-André ter Stegen is world-class.

Group E Analysis

Germany has been drawn into Group E alongside Curaçao, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador:

• Curaçao — Making their World Cup debut! The Caribbean minnows will create a party atmosphere.
• Ivory Coast — AFCON champions with pace and power. The Elephants are dangerous.
• Ecuador — South American rising force with altitude-hardened fitness.

Match Venues

• Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) — vs Curaçao
• SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) — vs Ivory Coast
• AT&T Stadium (Dallas) — vs Ecuador

UEFA Rivals

• France — Les Bleus stopped Germany in Euro 2020/2021
• Spain — Euro 2024 heartbreak in extra time
• England — Historic rivalry since 1966
• Netherlands — Classic European rivalry
• Italy — Tactical battles with the Azzurri

World Cup History

Germany is one of the giants of World Cup football with 4 titles. The "Miracle of Bern" (1954), total football at home (1974), reunification glory (1990), and the Götze moment in 2014 — Germany's World Cup legacy is unmatched. The 2026 generation aims to add a fifth star.