Germany wins 9 straight matches, strongest run since 1979/80 before World Cup
In brief
- Germany won nine consecutive matches, their best streak since 1979/80 season
- Squad scored 28 goals and conceded 6 across the winning run
- Germany opens World Cup play June 14 against Curacao in Houston
A Resurgence After Missing 2024
For a team that missed the 2024 tournament entirely, this winning streak represents far more than a typical warm-up run. Germany's last nine consecutive victories came nearly 50 years ago. The recent form signals a dramatic turnaround after a disappointing qualification cycle that left the four-time World Cup champion (titles in 1954, 1974, 1990, and 2014) sidelined from the most recent major tournament.
The latest victory came June 6 at Soldier Field in Chicago, where Germany defeated the United States 2-1. Kai Havertz and Leroy Sane scored the goals. That result capped a run that few teams bring into a major tournament.
Offensive Firepower, Defensive Solidity
The numbers tell a compelling story. Germany averaged better than three goals per game across the nine matches, while allowing just 0.67 per game. That offensive output combined with defensive discipline creates a goal differential of plus-22 — a cushion most teams entering a major tournament would envy.
Germany currently sits around 10th in the FIFA world rankings, a reflection of the team's recent struggles before the current streak. Yet the consecutive wins suggest the ranking may not capture the squad's current trajectory.
World Cup Setup
Germany opens its World Cup campaign on June 14 against Curacao at NRG Stadium in Houston in Group E. The tournament itself features an expanded format with 48 teams, with the United States co-hosting alongside Canada and Mexico. That broader field creates more paths to advancement, though Germany's current form suggests the squad is built to compete for the title.
Frequently asked questions
When was Germany's last nine-match winning streak?
Germany last achieved nine consecutive victories in the 1979/80 season, nearly 50 years ago. The current streak is the team's best consecutive-win run since then.
How many goals did Germany score and allow in the streak?
Germany scored 28 goals while conceding just 6 across the nine matches, averaging 3+ goals per game offensively and 0.67 per game defensively.
