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MANILA, Philippines – Germany beat Argentina 1-0 to become the first European team to win a World Cup held in South America on Sunday, July 13.
Bayern Munich star Mario Goetze struck in the 113th minute of a gripping battle at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana Stadium as Argentina superstar Lionel Messi’s hopes of emulating Diego Maradona ended in defeat.
Germany have now won four World Cups, putting the European powerhouses just one behind Brazil’s record tally of five.
A gripping final before 74,738 spectators, which included German Chancellor Angela Merkel, looked headed for penalties after both sides had failed to break through stubborn defending with the scores deadlocked at 0-0. But Goetze scored a superb extra-time winner to spark delirium amongst Germans and Brazilians alike.
Here are some photos from the historic final.
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