The Germany national team was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup on June 29, 2026, with a 1-1 draw against Paraguay.

What happened?

Chancellor Friedrich Merz has published a bizarre post after the defeat, addressing the DFB stars. On his official X account, the Chancellor praises the national team: „Even though the elimination hurts: what a game. With your commitment and team spirit at this World Cup, you have thrilled our country. We are proud of you.“

How do the fans react?

The Merz post caused many fans to shake their heads. On X, the question trended about which game the Chancellor had actually seen. Because the team of national coach Julian Nagelsmann showed a non-performance against Paraguay for long stretches. Slow. Boring. Lethargic. Excitement? Not available!

What comes next?

The Germany national team will face the Netherlands on September 24, 2026. | Date | Opponent | Location | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-09-24 | Netherlands | Away | The fans hope for a better performance in this game.