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Germany v Slovakia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

No reason for Germany to fear England or France at World Cup - Matthaus

Germany sealed their place at the 2026 World Cup with a dominant 6-0 win over Slovakia, and former captain Lothar Matthaus believes the team can challenge the likes of England, France and Portugal for the title despite a shaky qualifying campaign and recent tournament struggles. The 1990 World Cup winner insists there is no reason for fear if the team maintains the intensity shown in Monday's win.

Nagelsmann warns Germany teen after debut goal

German national team coach Julian Naggelsman has warned teenager Assan Ouedraogo to stay grounded after he became the second youngest goalscorer in Germany’s history. The 19 year-old found the net just two minutes after coming on as a substitute in Germany’s 6-0 win over Slovakia as they secured automatic qualification for the World Cup as winners of their qualifying group.

'Worked like maniacs!' - Nagelsmann praises Woltemade & Co after Slovakia win

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann was "really proud of the team" after they thumped Slovakia 6-0 in a must-win World Cup qualifying game on Monday. Nagelsmann gave full marks to every single player and praised them for working "like a maniac", as the result ensured Germany's direct passage to next year's World Cup in the United States of America, Canada and Mexico.

Wirtz parks Liverpool struggles in thumping Germany win

Germany needed only to avoid defeat to guarantee their 2026 World Cup spot when they faced Slovakia at the Red Bull Arena on Monday night. Following a sub-par campaign, which included a 2-0 loss in Slovakia back in September, Die Mannschaft booked their trip stateside in fine fashion as Julian Nagelsmann's side slaughtered the Falcons, easing to a 6-0 victory.

Slovakia v Germany - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

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Wirtz & Woltemade still affected by transfer 'turmoil'

Lothar Matthaus says Florian Wirtz and Nick Woltemade's underwhelming Germany performances are a result of their recent Premier League transfers.

Musiala dubbed irreplaceable 'like Messi' after shock Slovakia loss

Jamal Musiala has been dubbed irreplaceable "like Lionel Messi" by German icon, Lothar Matthaus, after a shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Slovakia. The Bayern Munich midfielder fractured his fibula and damaged ankle ligaments following a brutal collision with Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in the Club World Cup. The 22-year-old was stretchered off in Atlanta, visibly distraught, and Bayern later confirmed he requires surgery that will sideline him for several months.

Kimmich slams Germany's lack of 'courage, conviction & belief'

Joshua Kimmich was critical of Germany's "attitude" as he reflected on the shock 2-0 loss to Slovakia in World Cup qualifying on Thursday.

Germany v Italy - UEFA Nations League Quarterfinal Leg Two

Revealed: Angry Rudiger's dressing room tirade after Germany loss

Germany centre-back Antonio Rudiger gave a passionate speech to his team-mates after their embarrassing 2-0 defeat to Slovakia on Thursday.

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Neuer return the only option for Germany, says Bayern legend

Bastian Schweinsteiger believes Manuel Neuer is the only solution for Germany's goalkeeper crisis ahead of the World Cup.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen v 1. FC Köln - DFB Cup: Quarterfinal

'That's not how it works!' - Germany legend slams 'deserved' defeat

Bastian Schweinsteiger was left heartbroken by Germany's "really bad" performance in their 2-0 loss to Slovakia, calling it a new low for the team.

Nagelsmann slams Germany for being 'miles' behind Slovakia

Julian Nagelsmann has questioned his own selection policy after Germany's disastrous start to their World Cup qualifying campaign against Slovakia.

Germany fall apart! Nagelsmann's men stunned by Slovakia

Germany were stunned by an incisive Slovakia as their World Cup qualification campaign got off to the worst possible start in Bratislava. David Strelec stole the show with a superb goal as he put a sluggish Antonio Rudiger to shame.

Sporting CP v CF Estrela da Amadora - Liga Portugal Betclic

Man Utd man 'very down' after picking up another injury

A Swedish team-mate of Victor Lindelof says the Manchester United defender was "very down" after getting injured on international duty.

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GFX Ivan Toney Jude Bellingham England Euro 2024

'Annoyed' Toney points out key role in stunning Bellingham goal

England striker Ivan Toney has pointed out the important part he played in Jude Bellingham's last-ditch equaliser against Slovakia at Euro 2024.

Jude Bellingham England Euro 2024 celebration

Bellingham 'felt like Ronaldo' after Euros overhead kick goal

Jude Bellingham compared his overhead kick against Slovakia to Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic effort versus Juventus - but said his one wasn't as good.

What Bellingham plans to tell UEFA about gesture amid ban fears

England's Jude Bellingham reportedly plans to stick by his claim that his Slovakia goal celebration was an in-joke when UEFA quiz him on the matter.

'For crying out loud' - Lineker reacts to Bellingham investigation

Gary Lineker shares his strong reaction to news that Jude Bellingham is being investigated by UEFA over lewd gesture during Slovakia clash.

Beckham laughs at Raducanu's England inspiration for Wimbledon

David Beckham was seen laughing along in the crowd as Emma Raducanu joked about taking inspiration from England grinding out results at Euro 2024.

Bellingham could still face ban as UEFA confirms investigation

UEFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into Jude Bellingham over a lewd gesture following his equalising goal in Euro 2024 win over Slovakia.

England Louis Tomlinson Glastonbury 2024

One Direction star is Glasto hero after campsite England showing

One Direction star Louis Tomlinson became a Glastonbury hero after buying a TV from Argos that allowed festival goers to watch England at Euro 2024.

Will Bellingham be banned for ‘inside joke’ goal celebration?

Jude Bellingham reportedly faces the threat of missing England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final with Switzerland due to his “inside joke” goal celebration.

Bellingham explains why he screamed 'who else' against Slovakia

Jude Bellingham came in clutch yet again for England as his stunning bicycle kick brought the Three Lions equal in added time against Slovakia.

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