Today at the World Cup: Germany on the brink in Spain showdown The Germans could be eliminated if they lose, while Belgium can book a place in the last 16 The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2022
World Cup 2022 briefing: Germany look to silence critics but Spain loom Unpredictable Germany stare down a second successive group-stage exit if Luis Enrique’s team turn on the class again The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2022
Leaderless Germany are a World Cup team stuck between two conflicting approaches Caught between pressing and pragmatism, Germany lack big personalities on the pitch in Qatar – and they are not alone The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2022
Fans loving Didi Hamann's outfit choice for RTE's World Cup coverage The former Liverpool midfielder has become a fan favourite for his frank punditry style, but it is his dress sense that has got people talking. Irish Mirror · Nov 26, 2022
Flick flies solo to defy Fifa as Germany prepare for crucial Spain clash Manager breaks rules by handling press duties alone as his players look to bounce back from shock defeat against Japan The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2022
Germany boss Hansi Flick keen to move past ‘noise’ after World Cup protest The Germans face Spain in their second Group E match after losing their first against Japan The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2022
Kai Havertz gets irate during Germany press conference - "Really getting on my nerves now" The Chelsea and Germany star garnered criticism for his performance in Die Mannschaft’s opening defeat and lashed out during a press conference after being left irritated by one particular question Daily Mirror · Nov 25, 2022
Germany problem striking as Spain offer World Cup blueprint before huge heavyweight tussle So, can you win a World Cup without a striker? On the limited evidence of a tiny group-stage sample so far, the answer is, unsurprisingly, unclear. Evening Standard · Nov 25, 2022
World Cup History for Ronaldo, Neymar Injury Scare after Brazil Win Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup history on Thursday as Brazil were rocked by an injury scare to captain Neymar after a hardfought 2-0 victory over Serbia. Ronaldo became the first man to score in five different editions of the World Cup as he slotted home a controversial… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 25, 2022
Qatar World Cup: 5 things we learned on Day 5 - edge, glory and a terrific goal It kicked off as the Iran boss berated a reporter over guess what ... yes, politics. And Cristiano Ronaldo belted in a penalty to enter legend. A Brazilian scored a stupendous goal too. We should be paying for this. But here's the unalloyed joy ... someone else has forked out… Radio France Internationale · Nov 25, 2022
Jubilant Japan credit Saudi Arabia shock with inspiring World Cup upset against Germany Japan’s players revealed they were inspired by Saudi Arabia’s shock triumph over Argentina, after pulling off their own seismic World Cup upset against Germany. Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2022
‘We’re here to play football’: Eden Hazard criticises Germany World Cup protest The Real Madrid forward does not agree with the gesture, which Hansi Flick’s side made before their defeat to Japan on Wednesday The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022
‘Too much drama in buildup’: Germany spreads blame for World Cup loss The pre-game gesture by the players and the armband row were picked out as Germany media sough to fine who and what were to blame for the loss to Japan The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2022
World Cup: Germany to avoid disciplinary action after covered mouths protest The OneLove group are looking at their legal options over the FIFA decision to block them wearing the rainbow-coloured bands. The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022
Daily Mirror · Nov 23, 2022 Hansi Flick sends message to FIFA after Germany's OneLove armband protest strikes chord PLUS: Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu claimed his side had created history after a brilliant fightback floored the Germans in their opening World Cup group game
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Germany to avoid disciplinary action over covered mouths protest at World Cup The OneLove group are looking at their legal options over the FIFA decision to block them wearing the rainbow-coloured bands.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 23, 2022 New World Cup, Same Problems for an Exposed Germany Germany finds itself in a world of trouble after failing to put Japan away and then succumbing to an opponent that attacked its flaws.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 23, 2022 Germany’s World Cup players cover mouths in FIFA protest “It was a sign from the team, from us, that FIFA is muzzling us,” Germany coach Hansi Flick said. FIFA had warned the seven European federations, including Germany’s, that players would be penalized if they wore colorful “One Love” armbands as a symbol for inclusion and diversity.
Manchester Evening News · Nov 23, 2022 'Pep knows best' - fans make Ilkay Gundogan point after Man City ace taken off in Germany defeat Germany folded in their World Cup clash once the Manchester City midfielder left the field in the 67th minute
Daily Mirror · Nov 23, 2022 Japan star perfectly predicted how they'd beat "best team in the world" Germany Japan produced yet another World Cup shock as they came from behind to beat Germany 2-1 with a number of Premier League stars on show including Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma
Irish Mirror · Nov 23, 2022 Didi Hamann critical of Hansi Flick as Germany fall to shock defeat against Japan The ex-Liverpool midfielder felt that Japan's win was not "a big surprise"
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Germany suffer deja vu as heroic Japan pull off shock World Cup win Germany 1-2 Japan: Goals from Ritsu Doan and Takuma Asano stunned the four-time winners at the Khalifa International Stadium
Football London · Nov 23, 2022 West Ham defender suffers surprise World Cup blow as Japan cause Germany upset Germany opened their World Cup campaign in Group E on Wednesday afternoon against Asian nation Japan and despite taking a 1-0 lead in the first half, fell to a 2-1 loss
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Germany beaten by Japan but stand up to Fifa as pressure mounts at controversial Qatar World Cup They could have done more on the pitch and off it, but the Germans’ pre-match gesture of covering their mouths and sporting rainbow-sleeved tops may yet lead other teams to challenge Fifa in Qatar
The Guardian - UK · Nov 23, 2022 World Cup 2022 briefing: will Spain and Germany hit heights on day four? Four European contenders for the trophy step into the fray a day after favourites Argentina came unstuck