The chancellor of Germany supported the national team after the unexpected exit from the 2026 World Cup

The sensational exit of the German national team from the 2026 World Cup caused a wide resonance in the country. After the defeat by Paraguay in the penalty shootout, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed his support for the team. In the match of the 1/16 finals, the German team drew 1:1 in the main and extra time, after which they conceded to the opponent in the post-match series of penalty kicks — 3:4. After the meeting, the chancellor issued an address to the national team, noting its character and performance in the tournament. Auch wenn das Ausscheiden schmerzt: Was für ein Spiel, @DFB_Team! Mit eurem Einsatz und Teamgeist bei dieser WM habt ihr unser Land begeistert. Wir sind stolz auf euch. pic.twitter.com/TCMfDH6ROS — Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (@bundeskanzler) June 29, 2026 "Despite the painful relegation: what a match it was, the German national team! With your dedication and team spirit at this World Cup, you inspired our entire country. We are proud of you," Mertz wrote. Thus, the German national team unexpectedly completed its journey to the World Cup already at the stage of the 1/16 finals. At the same time, the head coach of the team, Julian Nagelsmann, said after the tournament that he is ready to continue working with the Bundesliga, despite the unsuccessful result.