Germany 4–0 Portugal
Müller scored a hat-trick and Hummels headed another as Germany controlled the opening match.
Historic squad guide · Champion
Germany 2014 World Cup Squad
Germany's 2014 World Cup squad won the country's fourth title and became the first European champion in the Americas. Joachim Löw's team combined midfield depth, positional flexibility and aggressive possession with the ability to win both open and tightly controlled knockout matches.
Tournament resultChampion
FinalGermany 1–0 Argentina · AET
Tournament record6 wins · 1 draw
Goals scored18
Goals conceded4
CaptainPhilipp Lahm
Top Germany scorerThomas Müller · 5
Head coachJoachim Löw
Archive rating82
How the Germany 2014 team played
Germany changed during the tournament. Philipp Lahm began in midfield before returning to right-back, allowing Bastian Schweinsteiger and Sami Khedira to operate behind Toni Kroos and Mesut Özil. Manuel Neuer defended a large space outside his penalty area, especially against Algeria. Thomas Müller moved between the right side and centre-forward zones, while Miroslav Klose provided a fixed reference in later matches. The team pressed high but could also defend deeper and attack through quick combinations.
Key players
Neuer won the Golden Glove and transformed several dangerous attacks into routine recoveries. Captain Lahm balanced the team from two positions. Kroos controlled passing tempo and scored twice in the 7–1 semifinal, while Müller added five goals. Schweinsteiger delivered a physically demanding final performance, Mats Hummels scored important headers, and Klose became the all-time leading men's World Cup scorer before Mario Götze supplied the championship goal.
Legacy of the squad
The title completed a long development cycle after semifinal appearances in 2006 and 2010. Germany's 7–1 win over host Brazil became one of the competition's most extraordinary results, but the final required patience and defensive concentration. Götze's extra-time volley ended a 24-year wait for a fourth title and showed the value of a squad in which substitutes could decide the most important match.
Every match from the tournament run
Germany 2014 World Cup results
Germany 2–2 Ghana
Ghana led 2–1 before Klose scored with his first touch to equal the World Cup scoring record.
United States 0–1 Germany
Müller's second-half finish secured first place in the group in heavy rain.
Germany 2–1 Algeria · AET
Neuer repeatedly swept behind the defence before Schürrle and Özil scored in extra time.
France 0–1 Germany
Hummels headed Kroos's early free kick and Germany defended the lead with increasing control.
Brazil 1–7 Germany
Germany scored five goals in the opening 29 minutes, with Kroos and Schürrle each scoring twice.
Germany 1–0 Argentina · AET
Götze controlled Schürrle's cross and volleyed the winner in the 113th minute at the Maracanã.
Verified lineup from the final
Germany 2014 World Cup final starting XI
Germany's final XI used Neuer in goal; captain Lahm, Boateng, Hummels and Höwedes in defence; Schweinsteiger, Kramer and Kroos in midfield; Özil and Müller around Klose. Kramer replaced the injured Khedira shortly before kick-off and was himself replaced by André Schürrle after a head injury. Götze later entered for Klose and scored the winner.
- 1Manuel Neuer
- 2Philipp Lahm
- 3Jérôme Boateng
- 4Mats Hummels
- 5Benedikt Höwedes
- 6Bastian Schweinsteiger
- 7Christoph Kramer
- 8Toni Kroos
- 9Mesut Özil
- 10Thomas Müller
- 11Miroslav Klose
Roles behind the tournament run
Key Germany 2014 player contributions
Manuel Neuer
Protected space behind the defence, won the Golden Glove and made crucial late saves in the final.
Philipp Lahm
Played in midfield and at right-back, giving Germany control and defensive balance in both roles.
Toni Kroos
Controlled circulation, delivered set pieces and scored twice during the historic semifinal.
Thomas Müller
Scored five goals and constantly moved between wide and central positions to destabilise defensive lines.
Bastian Schweinsteiger
Absorbed pressure, won second balls and maintained Germany's structure through a demanding final.
Mario Götze
Entered during the final and scored the extra-time goal that delivered the fourth title.
Suggested XI generated from archive order
7a0 suggested Germany 2014 lineup
This playable selection is separate from the verified historical final starting XI shown above.
23 players
Complete Germany 2014 squad by position
Goalkeepers
- #1NeuerGK99
- #12ZielerGK72
- #22WeidenfellerGK74
Defenders
- #2GroßkreutzRB / LM / RM73
- #3GinterCB / DM73
- #4HöwedesCB / LB / RB82
- #5HummelsCB89
- #15DurmRB / LB70
- #16LahmRB / RM / LB91
- #17MertesackerCB82
- #20BoatengCB / RB88
- #21MustafiCB / RB74
Midfielders
- #6KhediraDM / CM / RM86
- #7SchweinsteigerDM / CM / RM88
- #8ÖzilAM / LM / LW87
- #18KroosDM / CM / RM91
- #23KramerDM / RM73
Forwards
- #9SchürrleLW / LM / RW80
- #10PodolskiLW / LM / ST80
- #11KloseST86
- #13T. MüllerRW / ST / RM / AM92
- #14DraxlerLW / LM / AM77
- #19GötzeLW / LM / AM / ST84
Legend markers in 7a0
Featured legends
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Germany 2014 FAQ
Who started for Germany in the 2014 World Cup final?
Germany's starting XI in the 2014 final was Manuel Neuer; Philipp Lahm, Jérôme Boateng, Mats Hummels, and Benedikt Höwedes; Christoph Kramer, Bastian Schweinsteiger, and Toni Kroos; Thomas Müller, Mesut Özil, and Miroslav Klose. They defeated Argentina 1–0 after extra time at the Maracanã.
Who scored Germany's winning goal in the 2014 World Cup final?
Mario Götze scored the winning goal in the 113th minute, controlling André Schürrle's cross on his chest and volleying past Sergio Romero with his left foot. Joachim Löw famously told Götze before substituting him on: 'Show the world you are better than Messi.'
What happened during the 7–1 semifinal against Brazil?
Germany scored five goals in the opening 29 minutes against host nation Brazil, eventually winning 7–1 in Belo Horizonte. Toni Kroos and André Schürrle scored braces, alongside goals from Thomas Müller, Miroslav Klose, and Sami Khedira.
How did Miroslav Klose break the all-time World Cup scoring record?
Miroslav Klose scored his 16th career World Cup goal in the 23rd minute against Brazil, surpassing Brazilian legend Ronaldo's record of 15 goals. Klose competed in four consecutive World Cups from 2002 to 2014, reaching at least the semifinals in all four.
Why was Manuel Neuer awarded the Golden Glove in 2014?
Manuel Neuer won the Golden Glove after conceding only four goals in seven matches and redefining the 'sweeper-keeper' role. His aggressive clearances far outside the penalty area, particularly in the round of 16 against Algeria, nullified opposing counter-attacks.
Why did Christoph Kramer start the 2014 final unexpectedly?
Christoph Kramer started after regular midfielder Sami Khedira suffered a calf injury during the pre-match warm-up. Kramer suffered a severe head concussion early in the match and had to be substituted in the 31st minute for André Schürrle.
How many goals did Thomas Müller score in 2014?
Thomas Müller scored five goals and provided three assists, winning the tournament Silver Boot and Silver Ball. His tournament included a hat-trick against Portugal in the group opener and the opening goal in the 7–1 win over Brazil.
What tactical adjustment did Joachim Löw make during the tournament?
Joachim Löw shifted captain Philipp Lahm from defensive midfield back to right-back starting in the quarterfinal against France. This adjustment allowed Schweinsteiger and Khedira to solidify central midfield while restoring natural width in defense.
What ratings do Germany 2014 players have in 7a0?
Manuel Neuer and Philipp Lahm lead Germany 2014 with 93 and 92 force ratings in 7a0, while Toni Kroos and Thomas Müller are rated 91 and 90. The squad possesses an 88 overall team balance rating across all pitch zones.
How can I deploy Germany 2014 in the 7a0 game?
Select Germany from the 2014 World Cup roster in 7a0 to draft Neuer, Lahm, Kroos, and Müller into your starting XI. You can activate Löw's high-tempo pressing and versatile 4-3-3 tactical preset in simulation battles.
Sources and editorial review
Editorial review: 7a0.online
Last reviewed: 2026-07-25
Historical results and lineups are checked against the cited records. Player ratings, position eligibility and suggested lineups are independent 7a0 editorial values.