Germany’s general manager Oliver Bierhoff says the remarkable 4-4 draw with Sweden on Tuesday must serve as a lesson to his side in their quest for World Cup glory.

Germany’s general manager Oliver Bierhoff says the 4-4 draw with Sweden last night must serve as a lesson to his side in their quest for World Cup glory.

Germany vice-captain Bastian Schweinsteiger has explained his recent remarks about the squad at Euro 2012 — and hopes they will be taken in the right context.

Oliver Bierhoff has called for his team to break the habit of their traditional second-game slump when the new tournament favourites Germany face the Netherlands in tonight’s Euro 2012 clash.

The German national side has long since shed its reputation for grey efficiency on the pitch and the circus surrounding Joachim Löw’s squad as they count down to their opening game at Euro 2012 is proving to be just as colourful.

Bayern Munich’s players will be given additional time to get over their Champions League final disappointment before linking up with the Germany squad.

FAI chief executive John Delaney is upbeat following last night's draw for the qualifiers of the 2014 World Cup, which pitted the Republic of Ireland with Germany, Sweden, Austria, Faroe Islands and Kazakhstan.

Germany coach Joachim Low today signed a two-year contract extension which ties him to the role until after the 2014 World Cup finals, the German Football Federation announced.

GERMANY coach Joachim Löw could not walk away from the challenge of transforming his young side from World Cup semi-finalists to European champions.

Joachim Low has confirmed he will remain as Germany coach until after Euro 2012.

GERMANY general manager Oliver Bierhoff insists Wednesday night’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain marks the beginning, not the end, of a dream for his young team.

Oliver Bierhoff has admitted Germany will find it harder to beat Argentina tomorrow than they did to overcome England.

Argentina defender Martin Demichelis has inflamed the war of words ahead of tomorrow’s World Cup quarter-final with Germany by declaring: “Show us some respect.”

GERMANY skipper Philipp Lahm believes his side are ready for the latter stages of the World Cup as they prepare to face free-scoring Argentina tomorrow.

GERMANY legend Franz Beckenbauer has claimed England have been “stupid” to have been left facing a World Cup last-16 clash with Germany.

Former Liverpool midfielder Patrik Berger has retired from football at the age of 36 due to persistent knee problems.

Germany general manager Oliver Bierhoff has warned rivals his team will be aiming to lift the World Cup next summer.

Germany coach Joachim Low is set to sign a contract extension until 2012 in the new year.

THE widow of Germany goalkeeper Robert Enke revealed the depths of the depression which drove the 32-year-old to suicide.

German police are today due to reveal more details regarding the death of national team goalkeeper Robert Enke that left European football in shock last night.

THE murder of a former professional footballer on a golf course near Durban cast a shadow over the 2010 World Cup qualifying draw in South Africa.

THE Israel Football Association have revealed that Chelsea head coach Avram Grant is set to start studying for his UEFA Pro licence early next year.

The Israel Football Association have revealed that Chelsea head coach Avram Grant is set to start studying for his UEFA Pro licence early next year.

GERMAN team manager Oliver Bierhoff has given Steve Staunton his stamp of approval by claiming the Irish manager has earned the right to guide his country through the 2010 World Cup qualifiers.

Jens Lehmann believes Germany will have to step up a gear if they are to make an impact at next summer’s Euro 2008 finals.

THIS week we have been offered a glimpse as to how the other half live.

Jens Lehmann is being backed to regain the number one spot with Arsenal following a miserable start to the season.

Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack remains a transfer target for Real Madrid, according to coach Bernd Schuster.

Germany manager Oliver Bierhoff has accused Chelsea of denying Michael Ballack permission to participate in an adidas promotional campaign.

GERMAN captain Michael Ballack insisted yesterday his side are only thinking of victory over the Czech Republic in Prague this afternoon to stay top of Euro 2008 qualifying Group D.

BAYERN MUNICH have threatened to prevent its players turning out for the German national team following a row over sponsorship.

PLAYED one, won one. On the face of it, Saturday was everything the Germans wanted from their first Group D qualifier but Michael Ballack was far from happy with his side’s display in Stuttgart.

Jurgen Klinsmann has resigned as coach of Germany. The 41-year-old has decided not to continue in the role despite leading his team to a brilliant third in the World Cup.

JURGEN KLINSMANN will be “left in peace and quiet” to consider his future as Germany’s coach in the wake of the host nation’s World Cup exit.

FIFA has suspended Germany midfielder Torsten Frings for tonight’s World Cup semi-final against Italy.

The German FA have expressed their disappointment over FIFA’s decision to suspend Torsten Frings for tomorrow’s World Cup semi-final clash with Italy.

Germany team manager Oliver Bierhoff has urged his players to forget the fracas that erupted after the World Cup victory over Argentina yesterday and concentrate on next week’s semi-final against Italy.

FIFA president Sepp Blatter is “furious” with the on-field violence which followed Germany’s penalty shoot-out victory over Argentina in yesterday’s World Cup quarter-final in Berlin.

FIFA’s disciplinary committee is set to investigate the scenes of violence which marred Germany's quarter-final victory over Argentina.

Michael Ballack sat out training this morning after picking up a minor foot injury in Germany’s 2-0 victory over Sweden.

Oliver Bierhoff is keen for Germany to avoid a clash with England in the second round of the World Cup.

Germany’s team manager Oliver Bierhoff has backed Jens Lehmann to bounce back following the goalkeeper’s first-half dismissal in Arsenal’s Champions League final defeat to Barcelona.

FORMER Scotland boss Berti Vogts is reportedly being headhunted by German coach Jurgen Klinsmann to act as team scout.