The USA have emerged as a bonafide footballing force over the past decade and will be looking to pull off a few upsets in the FIFA World Cup this year. The Stars and Stripes will inevitably face a few big names in their campaign and will need to gear up for a fairly difficult run.
Germany are one of the most successful teams in the history of the FIFA World Cup and have been in fairly impressive form under Hansi Flick. Die Mannschaft suffered a shock exit in the group stage in 2018 and will look to make amends this year.
Under Gregg Berhalter, the USA have named one of the youngest squads in their World Cup history and have thrived with a forward-thinking approach. The North Americans can pack a punch on their and could potentially come up against a strong German side in the coming weeks.
USA vs Germany Head-to-Head Record
| Wins | Draws | Losses | |
| USA | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| Germany | 7 | 0 | 4 |
Germany have a predictably good record against the USA and have won seven out of the 11 matches that have been played between the two teams. The USA have managed four victories against Germany and can trouble their opponents in their next game.
The previous meeting between the two teams took place in 2015 and ended in a stunning 2-1 victory for the USA. In the FIFA World Cup, the two teams last met in 2014, with Germany securing a 1-0 victory.
USA vs Germany Head-to-Head Statistics
Germany are one of the most successful teams in World Cup history and have lifted the trophy on four occasions. Only Brazil have been more successful on the big stage, winning the tournament five times.
Five of the top eight goalscorers of all time in the FIFA World Cup are from Germany, with Miroslav Klose leading the charge with 16 goals. Thomas Muller is the most prolific active goalscorer in World Cup games in the country with 10 goals to his name.
After three consecutive victories against the USA between 2002 and 2006, Germany have lost two of their last three games against the Stars and Stripes in all competitions.
Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan are the USA’s leading goalscorers of all time with 57 goals for the country. Christian Pulisic is their most prolific active goalscorer by a significant margin with 21 goals in only 52 appearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times have the USA played Germany?
The USA have played a total of 11 matches against Germany and have won four of these matches.
Has Germany won a football World Cup?
Germany have won the FIFA World Cup a total of four times, securing victories in 1954, 1974, 1990, and 2014.
What is the biggest defeat in Germany’s football history?
Germany’s biggest-ever defeat came against an England Amateurs side in 1909, in a game they lost by a 9-0 margin.
