The Germany national football team is preparing for their next match. Last result: Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast (2026-06-20).

What happened?

There are reports of alleged bans on German flags at the World Cup. But what's really going on?

The city of Cologne removed large German flags because they were not securely fastened.

Why is it important for the Germany national football team?

The use of the federal flag is wanted by the constitution and protected by fundamental rights. The federal government emphasizes that citizens have the right to display the German flag.

What's next?

The Germany national football team plays against Ecuador on June 25. | Date | Opponent | Location | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-25 | Ecuador | Away |

The team hopes for a good performance and a win. The fans are optimistic and show their support with German flags.