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Germany are four-time World Cup winners and the most decorated European nation in the tournament's history, with a record 21 appearances across 1930 to 2022 - including eight final appearances, more than any other country. This page covers Die Mannschaft's complete World Cup stats, records, top scorers, head-to-head results, the full 2026 squad, and their Group E schedule against Curaçao, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador from June 20 onward.
Germany enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the most successful teams in football history with a balanced squad featuring experienced stars and talented young players. Explore Germany’s latest squad list, fixtures, records, results, and all-time FIFA World Cup statistics.
Germany has consistently remained one of the strongest football nations in international tournaments with a history of tactical discipline, efficient attacking football, and strong tournament performances. The national side continues to feature players from top European clubs.
The team is known for its organized style, winning mentality, and long tradition of success on the global stage. Germany’s FIFA World Cup history includes multiple titles, finals, and memorable performances across generations.
Germany FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Football Association | German Football Association (DFB) |
| Confederation | UEFA |
| Nickname | Die Mannschaft |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 15 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1934 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 20 |
| Consecutive Appearances | 18 (1954-2022) |
| World Cup Titles | 4 (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014) |
| Runner-up Finishes | 4 |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Champions |
| Total Matches Played | 112 |
| Total Wins | 68 |
| Total Draws | 20 |
| Total Losses | 24 |
| Goals Scored | 232 |
| Goals Conceded | 130 |
| Win Percentage | 60.7% |
| Clean Sheets | 42 |
| Penalty Shootout Record | Won 4, Lost 1 |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Lothar Matthäus - 25 |
| Most Goals by Player | Miroslav Klose - 16 |
| Largest Victory | 8-0 vs Saudi Arabia (2002) |
| Biggest Defeat | 3-8 vs Hungary (1954) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
Germany FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Coach: Julian Nagelsmann
Goalkeepers
| S.N. | Position | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goalkeeper | Oliver Baumann | Hoffenheim |
| 2 | Goalkeeper | Manuel Neuer | Bayern Munich |
| 3 | Goalkeeper | Alexander Nubel | Monaco |
| 4 | Defender | Waldemar Anton | Borussia Dortmund |
| 5 | Defender | Nathaniel Brown | Frankfurt |
| 6 | Defender | Joshua Kimmich | Bayern Munich |
| 7 | Defender | David Raum | RB Leipzig |
| 8 | Defender | Antonio Rudiger | Real Madrid |
| 9 | Defender | Nico Schlotterbeck | Borussia Dortmund |
| 10 | Defender | Jonathan Tah | Bayern Munich |
| 11 | Defender | Malick Thiaw | Newcastle |
| 12 | Midfielder | Nadiem Amiri | Mainz |
| 13 | Midfielder | Leon Goretzka | Bayern Munich |
| 14 | Midfielder | Pascal Gross | Brighton |
| 15 | Midfielder | Jamie Leweling | Stuttgart |
| 16 | Midfielder | Lennart Karl | Bayern Munich |
| 17 | Midfielder | Jamal Musiala | Bayern Munich |
| 18 | Midfielder | Felix Nmecha | Borussia Dortmund |
| 19 | Midfielder | Alexander Pavlovic | Bayern Munich |
| 20 | Midfielder | Angelo Stiller | Stuttgart |
| 21 | Midfielder | Florian Wirtz | Liverpool |
| 22 | Forward | Maximilian Beier | Borussia Dortmund |
| 23 | Forward | Kai Havertz | Arsenal |
| 24 | Forward | Leroy Sane | Galatasaray |
| 25 | Forward | Denis Undav | Stuttgart |
| 26 | Forward | Nick Woltemade | Newcastle |
Germany FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Match | Venue | City | Stage | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Sun, June 14 | Germany vs Curaçao | Houston Stadium (NRG) | Houston | Group Stage | 12:00 |
| 33 | Sat, June 20 | Germany vs Ivory Coast | Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) | Toronto | Group Stage | 16:00 |
| 56 | Thu, June 25 | Ecuador vs Germany | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ) | East Rutherford | Group Stage | 16:00 |
Germany FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
| Date | Match | Match Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 June 2026 | Germany vs Curaçao | Upcoming Fixture | Houston Stadium (NRG), Houston | Group Stage |
| 20 June 2026 | Germany vs Ivory Coast | Upcoming Fixture | Toronto Stadium (BMO Field), Toronto | Group Stage |
| 25 June 2026 | Ecuador vs Germany | Upcoming Fixture | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ), East Rutherford | Group Stage |
Germany FIFA World Cup Titles
| Year | Host Country | Final Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | Switzerland | Hungary | Won 3-2 |
| 1974 | West Germany | Netherlands | Won 2-1 |
| 1990 | Italy | Argentina | Won 1-0 |
| 2014 | Brazil | Argentina | Won 1-0 |
Germany All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 112 |
| Wins | 68 |
| Draws | 20 |
| Losses | 24 |
| Goals Scored | 232 |
| Goals Conceded | 130 |
| Clean Sheets | 42 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 13 |
Germany Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lothar Matthäus | 25 | 5 | 1982-1998 |
| 2 | Miroslav Klose | 24 | 4 | 2002-2014 |
| 3 | Philipp Lahm | 20 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 4 | Bastian Schweinsteiger | 18 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 5 | Thomas Müller | 19 | 4 | 2010-2022 |
| 6 | Manuel Neuer | 19 | 4 | 2010-2022 |
| 7 | Per Mertesacker | 17 | 3 | 2006-2014 |
| 8 | Toni Kroos | 17 | 3 | 2010-2022 |
| 9 | Jürgen Klinsmann | 17 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 10 | Sepp Maier | 16 | 3 | 1966-1978 |
Germany Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miroslav Klose | 16 | 24 | 2002-2014 |
| 2 | Gerd Müller | 14 | 13 | 1970-1974 |
| 3 | Thomas Müller | 10 | 19 | 2010-2022 |
| 4 | Jürgen Klinsmann | 11 | 17 | 1990-1998 |
| 5 | Helmut Rahn | 10 | 10 | 1954-1958 |
| 6 | Karl-Heinz Rummenigge | 9 | 19 | 1978-1986 |
| 7 | Rudi Völler | 8 | 15 | 1986-1994 |
| 8 | Uwe Seeler | 9 | 21 | 1958-1970 |
| 9 | Toni Kroos | 2 | 17 | 2010-2022 |
| 10 | Kai Havertz | 1 | 3 | 2022 |
FAQs About Germany FIFA World Cup Records
Germany has won the FIFA World Cup four times.
Miroslav Klose is Germany’s leading FIFA World Cup goalscorer with 16 goals.
Lothar Matthäus holds the record for the most FIFA World Cup appearances for Germany.
Germany’s biggest FIFA World Cup victory was an 8-0 win against Saudi Arabia in 2002.
Germany last won the FIFA World Cup in 2014 after defeating Argentina in the final.