The Germany national football team — often called Die Mannschaft — is one of the most successful and storied teams in world football. Governed by the Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB), the team has a long history of excellence at the FIFA World Cup. Germany has won the World Cup four times: in 1954, 1974, 1990, and 2014, and ranks second in all-time World Cup achievements behind only Brazil. They have reached at least the semifinals in nearly two-thirds of their tournaments and are known for tactical discipline, resilience, and strong team play.
After disappointing exits in the group stage in 2018 and 2022, Germany entered a period of rebuilding under coach Julian Nagelsmann, blending youth and experience as they looked to regain their status among the world’s elite.
Group E at the 2026 World Cup
In the Group Stage of the 2026 tournament, Germany has been drawn into Group E along with:
Curacao
Ivory Coast
Ecuador
This group gives Germany a mix of opponents: a smaller CONCACAF nation making its first World Cup appearance in many years (Curacao), a strong African side (Ivory Coast), and a competitive South American team (Ecuador).
Germany’s schedule in the group stage includes:
June 14 — vs. Curacao
June 20 — vs. Ivory Coast
June 25 — vs. Ecuador
The team will aim to advance to the knockout rounds, reclaim its place among the tournament favorites, and pursue a fifth World Cup title.
Fixtures
 
1:00 pmWorld Cup
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N/A Germany vs. CuraçaoVenue: Houston Stadium
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4:00 pmWorld Cup
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N/A Germany vs. Ivory CoastVenue: Toronto Stadium
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4:00 pmWorld Cup
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N/A Ecuador vs. GermanyVenue: New York/New Jersey Stadium
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Group E
| Pos | Club | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Curaçao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Ivory Coast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |