International media reactions to the 1-1 draw of the German national soccer team in their second game at the World Cup in Qatar against Spain.
France
The Team: “Who is Niclas Füllkrug, Werder Bremen attacker, scorer against Spain? The surprise on Hans-Dieter Flick’s list for the World Cup in Qatar, Niclas Füllkrug, Werder Bremen striker, brings a breath of fresh air through his personality to the German Selection. His goal on Sunday evening saves Germany from disaster.”
Great Britain
The Sun: “Superjoker Füllkrug keeps Germany’s World Cup hopes alive. On a night when we expected to wave goodbye to the Germans, they simply showed their age-old resilience.”
Daily Mirror: “Germany’s World Cup hopes are hanging by a thread despite the spirited draw.”
The Guardian: “It turns out that Germany still has a number 9. Her name is Niclas Füllkrug, he’s 29, his international career lasts less than a month. And when it counted the most, he was there.”
The Independent: “A draw that probably shows why the burgeoning Spain won’t win this World Cup and why Germany won’t be eliminated. It’s such a fine line.”
The Times: “Niclas Füllkrug, the killer with the gap in his teeth, gets Germany out of a deep hole in Qatar.”
Austria
Krone: “WM CHANCE LIVES. Full pitcher saves Germany point against Spain.”
Switzerland
Blick: “Joker Füllkrug saves the DFB-Elf from the next setback. The best: Well, if someone comes in like that, Germany in an extremely difficult situation, 0-1 behind, and then stays so dedicated and ice-cold in front of the goal, he certainly deserves this award: Niclas jug!”
Netherlands
AD: “Complete suspense in Group E after a spectacular draw between Spain and Germany: Germany is trembling and praying, but is still not eliminated after the 1-1 draw against Spain. One point from two games, but it can still work out. Füllkrug gave Germany definitely got the color back on his cheeks with his goal. Last in the group, but still not without a chance. Anything is possible in this group.”
The Telegraph: “Germany is still alive at the World Cup after being rescued against Spain. The fact that Germany played Costa Rica last seems to be the lifeboat for our eastern neighbors. The team hasn’t made much of an impression at this World Cup so far.”
Football International: “Germany got away with a fright in the confrontation with Spain. The Germans didn’t win in the second group game either, but thanks to Niclas Füllkrug, the starting position doesn’t look so bad, as crazy as it sounds. A wonderful football game ended in a draw. “
