England vs Germany Head-to-Head in FIFA World Cup

Last Modified Nov 29, 2022 05:33 GMT

England and Germany are traditional rivals on the international stage and are also two of many bonafide contenders going into the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The two teams have excellent squads at their disposal and will be intent on lifting the trophy this year.

Germany are one of the most successful teams in the history of the competition and have named a relatively young squad this year. Die Mannschaft have always stepped up to the plate on the international stage and will be intent on reclaiming their World Cup campaign this year.

England have grown in stature under Gareth Southgate and came agonizingly close to the World Cup final in 2018. The Three Lions suffered broken hearts against Italy in the Euros last year and will look to make amends in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

England vs Germany Head-to-Head Record

WinsDrawsLosses
England14615
Germany15614

Germany have a slight edge over England and have won 15 out of the 35 matches played between the two teams. England have managed 14 victories against Germany on the international stage and will look to level the scales in the coming months.

The previous meeting between the two teams took place in the UEFA Nations League this year and ended in a 3-3 draw. In the FIFA World Cup, England’s previous match against Germany took place in 2010 and ended in a 4-1 defeat for the Three Lions.

England vs Germany Head-to-Head Statistics

The last two matches between England and Germany have ended in draws but have been high-scoring encounters. They have scored four goals against each other in the last two matches played between the two sides.

England are unbeaten in their last four matches against Germany in all competitions but have won only one of these matches. Their only victory during this period came at the Euros last year and witnessed the Three Lions defeating Germany by a 2-0 margin.

After failing to win their first eight matches against England, Germany have gone on to win 15 of their next 27 matches against the Three Lions.

In the FIFA World Cup, Germany have a slight edge over England and have won two out of the four matches played between the two teams, as opposed to England’s one victory. England’s only World Cup victory in 1966 witnessed them beating Germany in the final by a 4-2 margin.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many times have England played Germany?

England have played a total of 35 games against Germany and have won 14 of these matches.

Has England won a football World Cup?

England have won only one FIFA World Cup, lifting the trophy in 1966.

What is the biggest defeat in England football history?

England’s biggest footballing defeat came against Hungary’s Mighty Magyars in 1954, with the Hungarians winning the game by a 7-1 margin.

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