Germany arrive at 2026 determined to end their worst World Cup run in decades — group stage exits in 2018 and 2022. Under Julian Nagelsmann, this resurgent side is ready to go deep.
Key Players
Florian Wirtz (creative heart), Jamal Musiala (flair and goals), Toni Kroos (midfield maestro), Antonio Rudiger (defensive leader), Manuel Neuer (goalkeeper)
Group G Draw
Germany face Belgium, Ecuador, and South Korea — the Germany vs Belgium opener is one of the group stage's must-watch fixtures.
Odds: 8/1
Strong dark horse candidates. Nagelsmann's tactical flexibility gives Germany an edge in knockout rounds.