Germany

Germany's Merz faces tricky talks with potential coalition ally

The 69-year-old faces lengthy coalition negotiations after the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) surged to a historic second place in a fractured vote following the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's unloved three-way alliance.

Germany may face long wait for new government after vote

Arduous coalition negotiations tend to drag on for weeks if not months in Germany, spelling long stretches of political paralysis before a new chancellor takes charge.

Nations League / Netherlands into quarterfinals as Germany hit record seven

Netherlands and Hungary went into the match tied on five points each and with the winner set to join Germany in ensuring their progress from Group A3 to the quarter-finals.

Havertz out of Germany squad with knee problem

"National team coach Julian Nagelsmann has nominated Jonathan Burkardt in Havertz's place. Get well soon Kai," Germany announced on X on Sunday.

Germany to give 1b euro for renewable energy efforts

Germany will provide Bangladesh with 1 billion euro over the next decade to support renewable energy projects, including an initial 15 million euro this year, Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan said yesterday.

Germany's parks plant a way forward on climate change

The young oak "will benefit from the roots of the old tree and will be more resistant to threats", gardener Jana Kretschmer told AFP.

Nations League / Musiala spurs Germany to complete 5-0 demolition of Hungary

New-look Germany, who have set their sights on the 2026 World Cup after their quarter-final run at the Euro on home soil in July, no longer have any 2014 World Cup winners in the squad following the international retirements of Thomas Mueller, Toni Kroos and Manuel Neuer.

Germany hikes blocked account amount for international students

The Embassy of Germany in Dhaka, earlier today, announced that it will be increasing the blocked account amount for student visa applicants to €11,904.

Thomas Mueller ends Germany career

"After 131 national team games and 45 goals, I am saying goodbye," Mueller said in a video statement announcing his decision.

July 6, 2024
July 6, 2024

Nagelsmann laments late penalty decision in Germany's defeat against Spain

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann lamented the decision to deny his side a late penalty in Friday's 2-1 Euro 2024 loss to Spain, saying "the referee blew in favour of Spain a little".

July 6, 2024
July 6, 2024

Retiring Kroos hopeful despite Germany's 'bitter' Euros exit

Retiring Germany midfielder Toni Kroos said he was optimistic for the team's future despite their "bitter" Euro 2024 exit after a 2-1 quarterfinal loss to Spain in extra time on Friday.

July 3, 2024
July 3, 2024

No nostalgia for Kroos with eye on title for sensational career end

Kroos, who won the Champions League with Real Madrid last month and will hang up his boots after the Euros, came out of international retirement this year to chase the one major trophy missing from a vast haul that also includes the 2014 World Cup.

June 22, 2024
June 22, 2024

The spectre of neo-fascism is haunting Europe

If enough people despair of emancipatory politics and accept the withdrawal into buffoonery, the political space for neo-fascism widens.

June 20, 2024
June 20, 2024

Musiala Germany's most important player: Gundogan

Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan lauded forward Jamal Musiala after Wednesday's 2-0 win over Hungary, calling him "incredible" and "a joy to play with".

June 19, 2024
June 19, 2024

Ronaldo's shots and German efficiency – Euro 2024 numbers so far

Cristiano Ronaldo had the most attempts on target and hosts Germany made best use of their chances in the first round of pool matches at the European Championship, while a forward from Romania has been the quickest across the grass so far.

June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024

Neuer to consider future after Euro 2024

The 38-year-old said he "could not yet reveal" whether this would be his last dance in Germany colours, adding "I'll turn my mind to it after the tournament."

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

Nagelsmann says thumping of Scotland a 'first step'

"The team is conscious that this was a first step," said Nagelsmann as Germany eye a record-breaking fourth European title.

June 5, 2024
June 5, 2024

More than one in four Germans are not interested in Euro 2024

More than one in four Germans have no interest in the upcoming Euro 2024 hosted by their country, the biggest sports event in Germany in almost two decades, a poll conducted for public broadcaster ARD showed on Wednesday.

May 21, 2024
May 21, 2024

Rashford, Sterling left out of England's provisional Euro 2024 squad

Forward Marcus Rashford was the most high-profile omission as England manager Gareth Southgate named his provisional Euro 2024 squad on Tuesday while there was also no place for experienced midfielder Jordan Henderson.