Player ProfilesGreatest Defenders #4: Franz Beckenbauer
Franz Beckenbauer won the World Cup as captain in 1974 and as manager in 1990, and the Kaiser takes number 4.
27 Sept 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
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Player Profiles
Premier LeaguePascal Gross retires from Germany duty after Brighton rout Arsenal
Pascal Gross confirms Germany retirement moments after Brighton's 3-0 win over Arsenal with the midfielder starring in a complete team display.
21 Sept 2026, 07:17·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
Player ProfilesGreatest Defenders #26: Philipp Lahm
Pep Guardiola called Philipp Lahm the most intelligent player he ever trained, and Germany's 2014 World Cup captain is number 26.
5 Sept 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #3: The Mineirazo - Germany Destroys Brazil 7-1
Germany beat hosts Brazil 7-1 in the 2014 World Cup semi-final in Belo Horizonte, scoring five times in the first 29 minutes.
28 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #12: Schumacher's Brutal Foul on Battiston
West Germany goalkeeper Harald Schumacher knocked Patrick Battiston unconscious in the 1982 World Cup semi-final. No foul was given.
19 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #18: Maradona Lifts the Trophy in Mexico
Diego Maradona lifted the World Cup at the Azteca on 29 June 1986 after Argentina beat West Germany 3-2, capping a tournament he dominated.
13 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #20: Lampard's Ghost Goal vs Germany
Frank Lampard's shot against Germany in 2010 bounced well over the line, but the goal was not given. The incident pushed FIFA to goal-line technology.
11 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #23: Maradona's Tears at Italia 90
Diego Maradona wept openly after Argentina lost the 1990 World Cup Final 1-0 to West Germany in Rome, four years after lifting the trophy.
8 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #24: Hurst's Did-It-Cross-The-Line Goal
Geoff Hurst's shot in the 1966 World Cup Final hit the bar and came down near the line. The goal was given, England won 4-2, and the argument goes on.
7 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupWorld Cup Moments #29: Beckenbauer Plays Through Dislocated Shoulder
Franz Beckenbauer played on with a dislocated shoulder and his arm in a sling in the 1970 World Cup semi-final between West Germany and Italy.
2 Jul 2026, 08:00·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
Uganda FootballEcuador beat Germany 2-1 in World Cup shock, How did the upset happen?
Ecuador stunned Germany 2-1 at the New York-New Jersey Stadium, flipping Group E on June 26, 2026. Find out the key moments and what this means for the round of 32.
26 Jun 2026, 07:07·2 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
World CupGermany dominate Group E as World Cup 2026 drama hits Group F
Germany secure top spot in Group E of the 2026 FIFA World Cup while Group F remains wide open with three nations still alive on the final matchday.
23 Jun 2026, 07:00·3 min read·by ChampionSport Editorial Team
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