German coach Joachim Low shocked after World Cup 2018 elimination
6 years, 6 months ago

German coach Joachim Low shocked after World Cup 2018 elimination

India Today  

Defending champions Germany were eliminated from the 2018 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday after they suffered a 2-0 loss at the hands of a tenacious South Korea. Stoppage-time goals from Kim Young-gwon and Son Heung-min finished off Joachim Low's sorry Germany side, who finished bottom of the group on three points. 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP: FULL COVERAGE Gemrany have won four World Cup titles and also finished runners-up four times and entered this year's tournament heavily backed to retain their title. Defending champions Germany crash out of World Cup after losing to South Korea Low also added that the massive upset would not lead to a dark future for German football.

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Loss to Austria caps a disastrous year for Germany ahead of hosting Euro 2024
1 year, 1 month ago

Loss to Austria caps a disastrous year for Germany ahead of hosting Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — This was meant to be Germany’s rebuild year ahead of hosting the European Championship. Coming in a friendly with no particular bad blood between the teams, that incident seemed to reflect just how miserable and exasperating it’s become to play for four-time World Cup winner Germany. Coach Julian Nagelsmann — who now has one win from his …

‘Coaches know what to expect,’ Deschamps on Flick’s sacking
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Coaches know what to expect,’ Deschamps on Flick’s sacking

The Hindu  

France manager Didier Deschamps said on Monday that he was not surprised by the sacking of his Germany counterpart Hansi Flick. Speaking to the media ahead of Tuesday’s friendly between the sides in Dortmund, Deschamps said he felt sorry for Flick but explained: “all coaches know what to expect if the results are not right”. “I wish Hansi all the …

FIFA World Cup: Coach Gareth Southgate 'will take time' to consider England future
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Coach Gareth Southgate 'will take time' to consider England future

Firstpost  

Gareth Southgate said he would take his time before he makes a decision over his future as England coach after the bitter disappointment of their World Cup quarter-final defeat against France. Al Khor: Gareth Southgate said he would take his time before he makes a decision over his future as England coach after the bitter disappointment of their World Cup …

FIFA World Cup: Germany sacks team director Oliver Bierhoff following dismal campaign
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Germany sacks team director Oliver Bierhoff following dismal campaign

Firstpost  

Four-time World Cup champion, Germany, finished third in Group E behind Japan and Spain with just four points in three games thus failing to make it to the knockout stage. Germany sacked sporting director Oliver Bierhoff after Hansi Flick-coached side made a group stage exit from the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Four-time World Cup champion, Germany, finished third …

World Cup: Kai Havertz, Hansi Flick and Germany defence savaged by Bild ratings
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: Kai Havertz, Hansi Flick and Germany defence savaged by Bild ratings

Daily Mail  

Germany's flops have been savaged by the media after their shock World Cup loss by Japan - with Chelsea's Kai Havertz and coach Hansi Flick heavily criticised. Newspaper Bild gave Havertz a 5 - the second lowest possible score - in their ratings for Wednesday's 2-1 defeat in Qatar, a result that leaves Germany staring at the prospect of another …

Germany World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more
2 years, 2 months ago

Germany World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Flick, a former Germany assistant coach and German FA sporting director, left …

Unpredictable Germany has score to settle at World Cup
2 years, 2 months ago

Unpredictable Germany has score to settle at World Cup

Associated Press  

BERLIN — After a disastrous World Cup four years ago as defending champion, Germany is going to Qatar with a new coach at a major tournament for the first time since 2008. FLICK’S REBOOT Flick enjoyed a trophy-laden stint at Bayern Munich and was supposed to usher in a new era for Germany following the disappointing end to Löw’s reign …

Euro 2020: Germany coach Joachim Low's 15-year tenure ends in regret
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Germany coach Joachim Low's 15-year tenure ends in regret

India TV News  

Joachim Löw’s 15-year tenure as coach of Germany’s national football team is over, and many think it should have ended a long time ago. Löw led Germany to the World Cup title in 2014, and a semifinal appearance at Euro 2016, but his team never recovered from its early exit at the last World Cup. Both Müller and Hummels played …

Germany coach Joachim Löw says time is right to step aside
3 years, 10 months ago

Germany coach Joachim Löw says time is right to step aside

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Given time during the coronavirus pandemic to reflect, Germany coach Joachim Löw decided to step aside earlier than expected. It shouldn’t be held up because the coach perhaps wants to cling onto his position,” Löw said on Thursday in his first public comments since the decision was announced by the German federation on Tuesday. The 61-year-old Löw said …

Löw to quit as Germany coach after European Championship
3 years, 10 months ago

Löw to quit as Germany coach after European Championship

Hindustan Times  

Germany coach Joachim Löw will step down after this year's European Championship, bringing forward his previous plan to quit after the next World Cup. Germany coach Joachim Löw The German soccer federation said Tuesday that Löw asked to terminate his contract, which was to run through the 2022 World Cup, after this year's European tournament. "I will remain thankful to …

Löw to quit as Germany coach after European Championship
3 years, 10 months ago

Löw to quit as Germany coach after European Championship

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany coach Joachim Löw will step down after this year’s European Championship, bringing forward his previous plan to quit after the next World Cup. “I will remain thankful to the federation for always providing myself and the team an optimal working environment.” Federation president Fritz Keller said Löw’s decision to quit after the European Championship is “highly respectable” …

WATCH: Joachim Low 'very satisfied' after Germany beats Netherlands
5 years, 9 months ago

WATCH: Joachim Low 'very satisfied' after Germany beats Netherlands

The Hindu  

Joachim Low was left "very satisfied" after Germany started its Euro 2020 qualifying campaign with a 3-2 win over Netherlands. READ | Germany leaves it late against Netherlands as Schulz strike settles classic Asked if he was happy, Low said: "I am very satisfied. Leroy Sane and Serge Gnabry had put Germany in control before the hosts responded in the …

Low: Germany still have work to do
5 years, 9 months ago

Low: Germany still have work to do

The Hindu  

Joachim Low feels there is still work to do for Germany despite his new-look side winning 3-2 away to Netherlands in a high-quality Euro 2020 qualifier. Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sane scored superb goals to give Germany a 2-0 lead in Amsterdam in Group C, but Memphis Depay inspired a turnaround after the break with a goal and an assist. …

Germany’s WC Woe, India’s Kabaddi Low: The Big Upsets of 2018
6 years ago

Germany’s WC Woe, India’s Kabaddi Low: The Big Upsets of 2018

The Quint  

Never in the 88-year history of the FIFA World Cup had Germany been eliminated in the opening group-stage of the competition. But football’s biggest prize has been a curse for its holders this century, and the Germans followed France, Italy and Spain to an early ticket back home in their attempt to defend their title from four years earlier. The …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Neymar describes Brazil's quarter-final loss to Belgium as saddest moment of his career
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Neymar describes Brazil's quarter-final loss to Belgium as saddest moment of his career

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Neymar has expressed his anguish after Brazil were knocked out of the World Cup on Friday, losing 2-1 to Belgium in the quarter-finals in Russia. Sochi, Russia: Neymar has expressed his anguish after Brazil were knocked out of the World Cup on Friday, losing 2-1 to Belgium in the quarter-finals in Russia. They interrupted our dream but they have not …

Today at FIFA World Cup 2018: France up against Uruguay; Belgium take on Brazil in quarter-finals
6 years, 6 months ago

Today at FIFA World Cup 2018: France up against Uruguay; Belgium take on Brazil in quarter-finals

Firstpost  

Uruguay take on France and then Brazil face Belgium in the quarter-finals. “Well, that was a good year for him to be born, even if he didn’t see much of the 1998 World Cup,” joked French coach Didier Deschamps, who was the captain in ‘98. “I’m very happy that Mbappe is a French citizen.” It will be France’s searing speed …

World Cup Russia 2018: Loew to stay as Germany coach despite debacle
6 years, 6 months ago

World Cup Russia 2018: Loew to stay as Germany coach despite debacle

The Hindu  

Germany coach Joachim Low will remain in his job despite the World Cup holder's shock elimination in the group phase in Russia, the German Football Association said on Tuesday. That all takes time, but it will be done by the time international matches start in September.” FULL COVERAGE: FIFA WORLD CUP Senior players in the Germany team, including Sami Khedira, …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Neymar leads Brazil into quarter-finals with 2-0 win against Mexico
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Neymar leads Brazil into quarter-finals with 2-0 win against Mexico

India TV News  

Neymar flaunted his flair and his theatrics with a goal and an assist on Monday to lead Brazil into the quarter-finals at the FIFA World Cup 2018 with a 2-0 victory over Mexico. But before setting up the second goal it looked like Neymar's game — or even his World Cup — could be over with 20 minutes to go. …

Germany World Cup 2018 exit: Joachim Low not alone in the crosshairs as a scarred nation searches for a scapegoat
6 years, 6 months ago

Germany World Cup 2018 exit: Joachim Low not alone in the crosshairs as a scarred nation searches for a scapegoat

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Instead, despite having overseen the worst World Cup campaign by a Germany …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan coach Akira Nishino says he asked his players to back off towards the end against Poland
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan coach Akira Nishino says he asked his players to back off towards the end against Poland

Firstpost  

Japan coach Akira Nishino said he was “forced” to tell his players to down tools towards the end of their World Cup match against Poland, to secure last 16 qualification. Volgograd: Japan coach Akira Nishino said he was “forced” to tell his players to down tools towards the end of their World Cup match against Poland, to secure last 16 …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan qualify for tournament last-16 despite loss to Poland
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan qualify for tournament last-16 despite loss to Poland

Firstpost  

A chorus of whistles and howls from the 42,189 spectators sent the teams from the pitch in Volgograd after a farcical end to their final Group H match. Volgograd: Japan’s coach defended his negative tactics as his side qualified for the last 16 of the World Cup by virtue of their superior fair play record on Thursday despite losing 1-0 …

FIFA 2018: Germany sift through wreckage of World Cup debacle
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA 2018: Germany sift through wreckage of World Cup debacle

The Hindu  

World Cup holders Germany return home on Thursday desperately looking for answers following their historic exit, with head coach Joachim Loew set to suffer the consequences of a disastrous campaign. In one of the competition's biggest ever shocks, Germany failed to reach the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time for 80 years, but it was the …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany become latest victims of 'curse' afflicting defending champions in football's mega event
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany become latest victims of 'curse' afflicting defending champions in football's mega event

Firstpost  

Four of the last five winners of the World Cup, including Germany this year, have failed to get out of the group stage of the next tournament. Although only Italy in 1938 and Brazil in 1962 have successfully defended their World Cup titles, most champions in the 20th century managed to get themselves beyond the first stage. 2014 Spain turned …

Fans, media slam biggest disgrace in German World Cup history
6 years, 6 months ago

Fans, media slam biggest disgrace in German World Cup history

India Today  

Germany were hit with the 'Curse of the Champions' as they crashed out of the group stages of the 2018 FIFA World Cup after humiliating 0-2 loss at the hands of South Korea in their last Group F match. "The biggest disgrace in German World Cup History. 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP: FULL COVERAGE "The team just didn't even fight. WORLD …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Defending champions Germany dumped out of tournament after shock defeat to South Korea
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Defending champions Germany dumped out of tournament after shock defeat to South Korea

Firstpost  

Defending champions Germany have been unceremoniously dumped out of the World Cup after losing 2-0 to South Korea. Russia: Holders Germany crashed out of the World Cup at the group stage on Wednesday in one of the biggest shocks in the tournament’s history — failing to make it past the opening round for the first time since 1938. Germany came …

Defending champions Germany crash out of World Cup after losing to South Korea
6 years, 6 months ago

Defending champions Germany crash out of World Cup after losing to South Korea

India Today  

Germany were struck by the curse of the champions as they crashed out of FIFA World Cup 2018 after a humiliating 0-2 defeat to South Korea at Kazan in their final Group F match. South Korean celebrations went up another notch when Son sprinted to retrieve a long ball, and with Germany's captain and keeper Manuel Neuer having gone upfield …

FIFA 2018: Defending Champions Germany kicked out of World Cup
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA 2018: Defending Champions Germany kicked out of World Cup

The Hindu  

Champions Germany crashed out of the World Cup after suffering a stunning 2-0 defeat by a tenacious South Korea on Wednesday that eliminated them in the opening round for the first time in 80 years. In the final frantic minutes in front of 41,835 flabbergasted fans, Kim Young-gwon and Son Heung-min finished off Joachim Loew's Germany side with two stoppage-time …

Defending champions Germany knocked out of FIFA World Cup 2018 after loss vs South Korea
6 years, 6 months ago

Defending champions Germany knocked out of FIFA World Cup 2018 after loss vs South Korea

Hindustan Times  

Germany crashed out of the World Cup today after a stoppage-time VAR-assisted goal from Young-gwon Kim and a late second by Son Heungmin earned South Korea a famous 2-0 win. Germany's Mario Gomez, center, and Germany's Mats Hummels, right, hold their heads after failing to score against South Korea in a FIFA World Cup 2018 Group F match. READ | …

Germany vs South Korea, FIFA World Cup 2018, Highlights: As it Happened
6 years, 6 months ago

Germany vs South Korea, FIFA World Cup 2018, Highlights: As it Happened

News 18  

Live updates: Korea strike twice to take the lead. South Korea coach Shin Tae-yong says his team have just a “one percent chance” of beating Germany and sending the holders tumbling out of the World Cup. Germany can guarantee progress with a win by two clear goals on Wednesday but all four teams can still qualify from Group F, even …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Joachim Loew's job safe even if Germany exit tournament at group stage, says German FA
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Joachim Loew's job safe even if Germany exit tournament at group stage, says German FA

Firstpost  

German coach Joachim Loew’s job is still safe, in spite of German enduring a difficult start to their World Cup campaign with a shock 1-0 defeat against Mexico. Kazan: Joachim Loew is safe in his role as Germany coach even if the defending champions exit the World Cup early, the boss of the German FA said ahead of Wednesday’s crunch …

Germany knocked out of the World Cup after loss to South Korea
6 years, 6 months ago

Germany knocked out of the World Cup after loss to South Korea

Al Jazeera  

Two injury-time goals by South Korea mean four-time winners Germany finish bottom of the group. Defending world champions Germany crashed out of the World Cup after a shock 2-0 loss to South Korea, courtesy of two stoppage-time goals. South Korea, also eliminated, had the best early chance of the game when Germany keeper Manuel Neuer spilled a free kick in …

FIFA World Cup 2018: 10-man Germany make astonishing comeback, beat Sweden 2-1 at death
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: 10-man Germany make astonishing comeback, beat Sweden 2-1 at death

India TV News  

Defending champions from Germany were seconds from losing control of their World Cup fate when Toni Kroos whispered to Marco Reus just outside Sweden's penalty area. "Of course this was a thriller, full of emotions and a rollercoaster ride right up until the final whistle," Germany coach Joachim Loew said. AFTER THE WHISTLE Image Source : AP The Swedes alleged …

Late Toni Kroos winner brings 10-man Germany back from the brink against Sweden
6 years, 6 months ago

Late Toni Kroos winner brings 10-man Germany back from the brink against Sweden

Hindustan Times  

Germany came back from the brink of a humiliating World Cup exit as Toni Kroos scored a sensational stoppage-time winner to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sweden. Germany's Toni Kroos celebrates after scoring his side's second goal with his teammate Germany's Antonio Ruediger, left, and Marco Reus, right, during the group F match between Germany and Sweden at the …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany face Sweden in crunch clash; Belgium eye knockouts against Tunisia, South Korea play Mexico
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany face Sweden in crunch clash; Belgium eye knockouts against Tunisia, South Korea play Mexico

Firstpost  

A loss or draw for Germany in their match against Sweden could put qualification for the next round out of their grasp. Russia: Germany can ill afford another slip-up when they take on Sweden at the World Cup on Saturday, as the defending champions attempt to follow Brazil’s lead by belatedly springing into life. Lothar Matthaus, the 1990 World Cup-winning …

World Cup 2018: Klose confident of Germany win
6 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2018: Klose confident of Germany win

The Hindu  

Germany legend Miroslav Klose is confident about his nation's chances of overcoming Sweden on Saturday, stating his belief that Joachim Low's side perform best under pressure. Low's men suffered defeat in its opening match against Mexico and risk becoming the third world champion in a row to exit at the group stages if results on Saturday go against it. Victory …

FIFA World Cup 2018: South Korea looking to upset Sweden
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: South Korea looking to upset Sweden

India TV News  

South Korea will try to create an upset when they face higher-ranked Sweden in their 2018 FIFA World Cup Group F opening match at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on Monday. South Korea, in their 10th World Cup, are certain underdogs in their group, where they are also paired with defending champions Germany and Latin American powerhouses Mexico, reports Yonhap news …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Defending champions Germany crash to shock defeat against Mexico in opening match
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Defending champions Germany crash to shock defeat against Mexico in opening match

Firstpost  

Germany’s preparations for the tournament were plagued by poor results and controversy, and their problems were magnified, leaving their proud record of never being eliminated in the group stage of a World Cup already in danger. Moscow: Defending champions Germany crashed to the first defeat in their opening game of a World Cup since 1982 as Hirving Lozano’s clinical finish …

Germany vs Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2018, Highlights: As It Happened
6 years, 6 months ago

Germany vs Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2018, Highlights: As It Happened

News 18  

Preview: World champions Germany know they must up their game when they kick off their world title defence against Mexico on Sunday if they are to confirm their status as tournament favourites. The Germans played a perfect qualification winning all 10 games, conceding just four goals in the process, and also clinched the Confederations Cup last year. “We are aware …

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany have the hunger, ambition to accomplish 'most difficult feat' in football, says Joachim Loew
6 years, 6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany have the hunger, ambition to accomplish 'most difficult feat' in football, says Joachim Loew

Firstpost  

Germany coach Joachim Loew said there was no greater challenge than defending the World Cup title ahead of the reigning champions’ opening game against Mexico on Sunday. Moscow: Germany coach Joachim Loew said there was no greater challenge than defending the World Cup title ahead of the reigning champions’ opening game against Mexico on Sunday. “Teams develop and change, players …

FIFA World Cup 2018 | Group F: Germany & The ‘Champions Curse’
6 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2018 | Group F: Germany & The ‘Champions Curse’

The Quint  

Not exactly a ‘Group of Death’ but Group F in the World Cup is certainly the closest you can get. With defending champions Germany, CONCACAF champions Mexico, Sweden and South Korea it looks like a tricky and uncertain group. Germany will look to overcome the ‘Champions Curse’ and become the first team after Brazil to win back-to-back World Cups. Pele’s …

FIFA 2018 WC: Germany beaten by Austria 2-1 on Manuel Neuer's return in warm-up
6 years, 7 months ago

FIFA 2018 WC: Germany beaten by Austria 2-1 on Manuel Neuer's return in warm-up

India TV News  

Manuel Neuer played his first match since September as Germany was beaten 2-1 by Austria in its penultimate warm-up game for the World Cup on Saturday. He had two, three excellent saves," Loew said about Neuer, who played his 75th international game but first since Oct. 2016. Germany still dominated the first half and took the lead after 11 minutes …

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