Germany 1-0 Argentina: Götze Wins the 2014 World Cup Final
The 2014 final was tense rather than open, but it was decided by one of the best finishes ever seen in a World Cup final.
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Match facts
| Competition | FIFA World Cup final |
|---|---|
| Date | 13 July 2014 |
| Venue | Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro |
| Result | Germany 1-0 Argentina (after extra time) |
The story of the match
Argentina had the better chances in normal time. Gonzalo Higuaín missed a clear one-on-one after a mistake by Toni Kroos, and Lionel Messi and Rodrigo Palacio both went close. Germany had a header from Benedikt Höwedes hit the post.
In the 113th minute André Schürrle ran down the left and crossed. Mario Götze, who had come on as a substitute, controlled the ball on his chest and volleyed it past Sergio Romero.
Key moments to watch for
- Higuaín’s missed chance in the first half
- Höwedes hits the post
- Götze’s chest and volley in the 113th minute
Why it’s one of the greatest football matches ever
Germany became the first European team to win a World Cup held in the Americas, and it was their fourth title. Messi was named the player of the tournament, which only made the defeat harder for Argentina to take.
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