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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
| Guide | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Opponent | City | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Guide | June 14, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Curaçao | Houston | NRG Stadium |
| City Guide | June 20, 2026 | 1:00 PM | Ivory Coast | Toronto | BMO Field |
| City Guide |
| June 25, 2026 |
| 4:00 PM |
| Ecuador |
| New York/New Jersey |
| MetLife Stadium |
💡 Travel Tip: Click on any city above to view our comprehensive city guide with transit info, lodging recommendations, and local tips.
West Germany, heavily depleted after WWII, stages a remarkable comeback to defeat the mighty Hungarian 'Magical Magyars' 3-2 and claim their first World Cup title.
In a shocking World Cup semi-final, Germany destroys host nation Brazil 7-1, a scoreline that became instantly infamous and secured their place in the final.
Mario Götze scores the only goal in extra time against Argentina, making Germany the first European nation to win a World Cup in the Americas.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | First World Cup appearance, finishing third. | first appearance |
| 1954 | Achieved the 'Miracle of Bern', winning their first World Cup as West Germany against the heavily favored Hungary. | championship |
| 1974 | Won their second World Cup on home soil, defeating the Netherlands in the final. | championship |
| 1990 | Won their third World Cup (as West Germany), shortly before reunification. | championship |
| 2014 | Won their fourth World Cup in Brazil, highlighted by the 7-1 semi-final victory over the hosts. | championship |
| 2018 | Infamously eliminated in the World Cup group stage as defending champions. | disappointment |
German fan culture is known for its structure, organization, and a wave of national pride that crests during major tournaments. Face painting, national flags, and massive public viewing parties (Fan Miles) are common traditions.
"Olé, Olé, Olé, Deutschland!"
Fandachverband (Fan Association), diverse Ultras and fan clubs from the Bundesliga system.
Highly supportive and organized. Matches often reflect a mix of traditional European chanting and the celebratory atmosphere of a unified, modern nation.
Germany (including West Germany) has the most World Cup appearances of any European nation.
They are tied with Italy for the second-most World Cup titles (4) and tied with Spain for the most European Championship titles (3).
The 1954 World Cup victory is credited with helping to accelerate the post-war psychological recovery in West Germany.
Get the complete city guides for Germany's World Cup destinations — lodging, transit, food, and everything you need to know.
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