The champion's trail has vanished! Since their 2014 title, Germany lose more often than win at World Cups
The German national team’s downward spiral at World Cups has continued ever since their triumphant run in 2014.
Details: Since lifting the trophy in 2014, Germany have played 10 matches at subsequent World Cups - and managed to win only 4. In that period, they’ve suffered more defeats than victories, with 5 losses and 1 draw.
Germany’s World Cup 2026 campaign added another painful chapter. The team crashed out in the round of 16, falling to Paraguay in a penalty shootout. Regulation and extra time ended 1-1, but Paraguay held their nerve from the spot - winning 4-3.
Before this, the Germans had exited the group stage at back-to-back World Cups. Now, Julian Nagelsmann’s side once again bowed out earlier than expected.
Since their title-winning run in Brazil, Germany have failed to recapture their former consistency on the world stage. The stats from the last three World Cups only highlight the depth of the crisis.
Reminder: Earlier, we reported that Germany knocked out by Paraguay after VAR and penalty drama
Raphael Durand
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