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Ballack fires hosts to thrilling win

Germany have claimed third place in the Confederations Cup with an extra-time victory against Mexico this evening.

Ballack fires hosts to thrilling win

Wed, 29 Jun, 2005 - 20:44

Germany have claimed third place in the Confederations Cup with an extra-time victory against Mexico this evening.

Michael Ballack fired home a free-kick in extra time to claim third place for the host nation.

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