Germany 2010 WORLD CUP Home kit XL

Condition: ★★★★★ 

This kit is in great condition and a size XL. It was manufactured by Adidas with ClimaCool Technology.

Germany's performance at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa was impressive and memorable, as they showcased their youth, attacking prowess, and tactical brilliance. Here’s a breakdown of their tournament run:

Squad and Key Players:

The 2010 German squad was a blend of young talent and experienced players, coached by Joachim Löw. Many key players were either in their prime or emerging stars:

• Manuel Neuer (Goalkeeper)
• Philipp Lahm (Captain, Right-back)
• Bastian Schweinsteiger (Midfielder)
• Mesut Özil (Playmaker)
• Thomas Müller (Breakout star, Forward)
• Miroslav Klose (Striker)

Notably, this tournament marked the emergence of young stars like Thomas Müller, who won the Golden Boot as the tournament’s top scorer, and Mesut Özil, who was a key creative force.

Group Stage:

Germany was placed in Group D alongside Australia, Ghana, and Serbia. They started with a commanding 4-0 win against Australia but stumbled in their second match, losing 1-0 to Serbia after Miroslav Klose was sent off. However, they recovered to beat Ghana 1-0 in their final group match, topping the group and advancing to the knockout stage.

• Germany 4-0 Australia
• Germany 0-1 Serbia
• Germany 1-0 Ghana

Knockout Stage:

Germany’s knockout stage performances were nothing short of spectacular, especially against top-tier opponents.

1. Round of 16: Germany 4-1 England

   • This match is infamous for a disallowed goal by England's Frank Lampard, where his shot clearly crossed the goal line, but it wasn’t awarded due to the lack of goal-line technology at the time. Germany took full advantage, with goals from Miroslav Klose, Lukas Podolski, and two from Thomas Müller. This result eliminated England and sent Germany to the quarterfinals.

2. Quarterfinal: Germany 4-0 Argentina

   • Germany dismantled an Argentina team led by Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi. Early goals by Thomas Müller set the tone, and the counter-attacking football orchestrated by Mesut Özil and Bastian Schweinsteiger led to further goals from Klose (2) and Arne Friedrich. It was a masterclass in German efficiency and teamwork.

3. Semifinal: Germany 0-1 Spain

   • In the semifinals, Germany came up against Spain, the eventual champions. Spain dominated possession, and Germany struggled to create chances. A late header by Carles Puyol in the 73rd minute gave Spain the victory, ending Germany's hopes of reaching the final.

3rd Place Playoff:

• Germany 3-2 Uruguay
  • Germany bounced back from the semifinal loss by winning the 3rd place playoff against Uruguay. Thomas Müller, Marcel Jansen, and a late goal from Sami Khedira secured the victory, giving Germany the bronze medal for the second consecutive World Cup (they also finished 3rd in 2006).

Key Highlights:

• Thomas Müller won the Golden Boot with 5 goals and 3 assists and was also awarded the Best Young Player Award.
• Germany scored 16 goals throughout the tournament, showcasing one of the most prolific attacks.
• This tournament is often seen as the foundation for Germany’s 2014 World Cup win, as it was the first major international stage for many young stars who would go on to dominate world football.