It will be the end of an era for the German football teams (men's and women's) after the national board announced it won’t be extending its deal with&nbsp;Adidas on Thursday (Mar 21). Germany, which has been sponsored by Adidas since 1954, will now don kits sponsored&nbsp;by Nike, another big name in the sports industry. The deal with Nike will start in 2027 and will last for seven years, however, for now, Adidas will remain the primary kit manufacturer at least until the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada.

<h2>Adidas to no longer serve Germany</h2>

Adidas appeared to be surprised by the DFB's decision to switch to its biggest rival, confirming in a brief statement only: "We were informed by the DFB today that the association will have a new supplier from 2027."

Adidas has a special relationship with Germany’s success in the men’s FIFA World Cup as they were the kit sponsors during all their triumphs in 1954, 1974, 1990 and 2014. Adidas’ logo was not on Germany’s kits in the 1970 FIFA World Cup when it was instead sponsored by its subsidiary Erima. However, during its glory years, both worldwide and in Europe, Adidas has sponsored Die Mannschaft.

While the decision came as a surprise for Adidas, DFB (Germany’s national football board), had a swift take on it and clarified their stance.

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"We understand every emotion. It's also a drastic event for us as an association when it becomes clear that a partnership that was and is characterized by many special moments is coming to an end after more than 70 years. That doesn't leave us cold," the DFB wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

The deal starting in 2027 will see Nike sponsor both men’s and women’s senior teams during which they will provide kits for the Men’s Euro 2028 in the United Kingdom and the FIFA Men’s World Cup in 2030 which will be hosted in three continents.

However, for now, the national team will focus on the upcoming Euro 2024 which begins in June in their homeland where they will be one of the favourites to win the tournament alongside France, Italy and England. They last won the Euro 1996 in England beating the Czech Republic in the final.

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It will be the end of an era for the German football teams (men's and women's) after the national board announced it won’t be extending its deal with Adidas on Thursday (Mar 21).

It will be the end of an era for the German football teams (men's and women's) after the national board announced it won’t be extending its deal with Adidas on Thursday (Mar 21). Germany, which has been sponsored by Adidas since 1954, will now don kits sponsored by Nike, another big name in the sports industry. The deal with Nike will start in 2027 and will last for seven years, however, for now, Adidas will remain the primary kit manufacturer at least until the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada. Adidas to no longer serve Germany Adidas appeared to be surprised by the DFB's decision to switch to its biggest rival, confirming in a brief statement only: "We were informed by the DFB today that the association will have a new supplier from 2027." Adidas has a special relationship with Germany’s success in the men’s FIFA World Cup as they were the kit sponsors during all their triumphs in 1954, 1974, 1990 and 2014. Adidas’ logo was not on Germany’s kits in the 1970 FIFA World Cup when it was instead sponsored by its subsidiary Erima. However, during its glory years, both worldwide and in Europe, Adidas has sponsored Die Mannschaft. While the decision came as a surprise for Adidas, DFB (Germany’s national football board), had a swift take on it and clarified their stance. ALSO READ | CSK Full Updated squad: IPL 2024, Chennai Super Kings probable playing XI, replacement, captain, schedule "We understand every emotion. It's also a drastic event for us as an association when it becomes clear that a partnership that was and is characterized by many special moments is coming to an end after more than 70 years. That doesn't leave us cold," the DFB wrote on X, formerly Twitter. The deal starting in 2027 will see Nike sponsor both men’s and women’s senior teams during which they will provide kits for the Men’s Euro 2028 in the United Kingdom and the FIFA Men’s World Cup in 2030 which will be hosted in three continents. However, for now, the national team will focus on the upcoming Euro 2024 which begins in June in their homeland where they will be one of the favourites to win the tournament alongside France, Italy and England. They last won the Euro 1996 in England beating the Czech Republic in the final.

German football teams to part ways with Adidas, set for new partnership with Nike starting in 2027

New Germany coach Julian&nbsp;Nagelsmann&nbsp;says he is feeling "pressure" and "responsibility" as well as pride as he takes charge of the team for the first time&nbsp;against&nbsp;the&nbsp;United States&nbsp;on Saturday.&nbsp;Nagelsmann's predecessor Hansi Flick last month became the first coach in Germany history to be sacked, having overseen a run of five matches without a win after a second-straight group stage exit at the World Cup in Qatar.&nbsp;

A humiliating 4-1 friendly loss to Japan in Wolfsburg proved to be the final straw and the German federation turned to the 36-year-old&nbsp;Nagelsmann, himself fired by Bayern Munich in March.

"It's a great honour for me. I also feel kind of&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;because I want to be successful with the team and I love watching the fans in all the streets and celebrate good games of the national team and we try to do this," said&nbsp;Nagelsmann&nbsp;ahead&nbsp;of Saturday's game in Connecticut.

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"I am also feeling a kind of&nbsp;responsibility&nbsp;for German soccer as a whole, not only me but the whole group -- we want to be a team who can entertain the fans, especially in Germany," he said.

Nagelsmann, the country's youngest coach for almost a century, has named World Cup winners Thomas Mueller and Mats Hummels, both 34, in the squad, with the latter last playing for Germany at the Euros in 2021. The coach said he wants to introduce his style of play while keeping the need for positive results in focus.

"I have the big aim that my style leads to a winning situation, winning games. That would be perfect. When our style does not lead to three points in the games then we have to do it a different way," he said.

"In the end, it's also important that we play a good way of soccer. A good style, aggressive and that we try to create a lot of chances," he said.

After facing the&nbsp;USA, Germany take on Mexico in Philadelphia on Tuesday. While nothing is at stake in those games,&nbsp;Nagelsmann&nbsp;knows that the team's results -- which improved with a 2-1 friendly win&nbsp;against&nbsp;France under interim coach Rudi Voeller -- matter.

"It is always the case that in professional soccer the result is important. It's important for the self-confidence and it's also important to believe in a new way," he said.&nbsp;

USA&nbsp;head coach Gregg Berhalter said that he hopes his young players will learn from the experience of playing an opponent with such rich pedigree. "We need to learn and we need to figure it out and tomorrow (Saturday) will be another example of us getting an opportunity and seeing what we can take from that game," he said.

"We know Germany is a good team, a ton of talent in their roster and for us it's a great opportunity," he said.

Midfielder Gio Reyna, who is repairing his relationship with Berhalter after a bitter public row, could return to the side after struggling with injury with his German club Borussia Dortmund.

Berhalter said his rapport with Reyna is improving and indicated his fitness is following a similar path.

"What I'd say is that we're moving forward. You know, I (don't) really want to talk too much about the past. I think it's about talking about the future and Gio's done a great job this week in training," he said.

"He looks really sharp, really strong. You can see his quality and for us it's about how do we build him up?" he said.

The&nbsp;USA&nbsp;will, however, be without their key central midfielder Tyler Adams who is injured.

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New Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann says he is feeling "pressure" and "responsibility" as well as pride as he takes charge of the team for the first time against the United States on Saturday.

New Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann says he is feeling "pressure" and "responsibility" as well as pride as he takes charge of the team for the first time against the United States on Saturday. Nagelsmann's predecessor Hansi Flick last month became the first coach in Germany history to be sacked, having overseen a run of five matches without a win after a second-straight group stage exit at the World Cup in Qatar. A humiliating 4-1 friendly loss to Japan in Wolfsburg proved to be the final straw and the German federation turned to the 36-year-old Nagelsmann, himself fired by Bayern Munich in March. "It's a great honour for me. I also feel kind of pressure because I want to be successful with the team and I love watching the fans in all the streets and celebrate good games of the national team and we try to do this," said Nagelsmann ahead of Saturday's game in Connecticut. Also Read: Chess: Vaishali Rameshbabu joins brother R Praggnanandhaa in unqiue list with Grandmaster title "I am also feeling a kind of responsibility for German soccer as a whole, not only me but the whole group -- we want to be a team who can entertain the fans, especially in Germany," he said. Nagelsmann, the country's youngest coach for almost a century, has named World Cup winners Thomas Mueller and Mats Hummels, both 34, in the squad, with the latter last playing for Germany at the Euros in 2021. The coach said he wants to introduce his style of play while keeping the need for positive results in focus. "I have the big aim that my style leads to a winning situation, winning games. That would be perfect. When our style does not lead to three points in the games then we have to do it a different way," he said. "In the end, it's also important that we play a good way of soccer. A good style, aggressive and that we try to create a lot of chances," he said. After facing the USA, Germany take on Mexico in Philadelphia on Tuesday. While nothing is at stake in those games, Nagelsmann knows that the team's results -- which improved with a 2-1 friendly win against France under interim coach Rudi Voeller -- matter. "It is always the case that in professional soccer the result is important. It's important for the self-confidence and it's also important to believe in a new way," he said. USA head coach Gregg Berhalter said that he hopes his young players will learn from the experience of playing an opponent with such rich pedigree. "We need to learn and we need to figure it out and tomorrow (Saturday) will be another example of us getting an opportunity and seeing what we can take from that game," he said. "We know Germany is a good team, a ton of talent in their roster and for us it's a great opportunity," he said. Midfielder Gio Reyna, who is repairing his relationship with Berhalter after a bitter public row, could return to the side after struggling with injury with his German club Borussia Dortmund. Berhalter said his rapport with Reyna is improving and indicated his fitness is following a similar path. "What I'd say is that we're moving forward. You know, I (don't) really want to talk too much about the past. I think it's about talking about the future and Gio's done a great job this week in training," he said. "He looks really sharp, really strong. You can see his quality and for us it's about how do we build him up?" he said. The USA will, however, be without their key central midfielder Tyler Adams who is injured. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Bundesliga Champions Bayern Munich have clinched the German Cup after beating Bayern Leverkusen 4-2 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Saturday. The German giants are having a dream season as they hope to complete a treble of championships.

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David Alaba opened the score for Bayern Munich after a free-kick in the 16th minute. Serge Gnabry scored in the 24th minute. Robert &nbsp;Lewandowski continued his prolific form and smashed two decisive goals and helped Munich lift the cup for the 20th time. &nbsp;

The Polish striker scored his 50th goal of the season. &nbsp;

Munich hopes to complete the year with a treble by winning the final championship UEFA Champions League. They will play the second leg of Round of 16 against Chelsea. They won the first-leg 3-0.&nbsp;

Leverkusen opened their account four minutes later when Sven Bender headed home at the far post from a corner kick, but it was too little, too late as Lewandowski grabbed a second with a chip over the keeper in the 89th minute.

There was late drama when VAR spotted a handball in the box in stoppage time to award Leverkusen a penalty. Kai Havertz's consolation strike into the top corner proved to be the final kick of the game as Bayern defended their title.

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Bundesliga Champions Bayern Munich have clinched the German Cup after beating Bayern Leverkusen 4-2 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Saturday. The German giants are having a dream season as they hope to complete a treble of championships.

Bundesliga Champions Bayern Munich have clinched the German Cup after beating Bayern Leverkusen 4-2 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Saturday. The German giants are having a dream season as they hope to complete a treble of championships. Also read: Serie A: Ronaldo and Dybala star as Juventus beat Torina 4-1; Buffon hits another milestone David Alaba opened the score for Bayern Munich after a free-kick in the 16th minute. Serge Gnabry scored in the 24th minute. Robert Lewandowski continued his prolific form and smashed two decisive goals and helped Munich lift the cup for the 20th time. The Polish striker scored his 50th goal of the season. Munich hopes to complete the year with a treble by winning the final championship UEFA Champions League. They will play the second leg of Round of 16 against Chelsea. They won the first-leg 3-0. Leverkusen opened their account four minutes later when Sven Bender headed home at the far post from a corner kick, but it was too little, too late as Lewandowski grabbed a second with a chip over the keeper in the 89th minute. There was late drama when VAR spotted a handball in the box in stoppage time to award Leverkusen a penalty. Kai Havertz's consolation strike into the top corner proved to be the final kick of the game as Bayern defended their title. (Inputs from Reuters)

Robert Lewandowski stars as Bayern Munich win DFB Pokal for 20th time; German giants eye treble finish to the season

FIFA&#39;s ethics committee today banned Wolfgang Niersbach, former president of the German Football Association (DFB), for one year over misconduct surrounding the country&#39;s successful 2006 World Cup bid. 
 
&quot;Mr Niersbach has been banned for one year from all football-related activities,&quot; a statement from FIFA&#39;s in-house court said, noting that the German official &quot;failed to report findings about possible misconduct concerning the awarding of the 2006 FIFA World Cup&quot;. 
 
Niersbach served as vice-president of the 2006 World Cup organising committee. 
 
He resigned from the German federation last November amid accusations that the DFB used a slush fund of 10 million Swiss francs (6.7 million euros, $8 million, according to the exchange rate at that time) in 2000 to buy the right to host the tournament. 
 
The 65-year-old has said he will now consider whether to appeal the decision. &quot;This decision hits me very hard,&quot; Niersbach told SID, an AFP subsidiary. 
 
&quot;I think this sanction is inappropriate and over the top.&quot; &quot;I will let my lawyer advise me as to whether I will appeal against the decision.&quot; 
 
&quot;After the hearing in Zurich, I was confident that the Ethics Commission would impose no sanction. I have once again acknowledged and regretted my mistakes.&quot; 
 
Niersbach had insisted that quitting his job should have been punishment enough because he was not directly accused of paying bribes or financially benefitting from corruption. 
 
FIFA prosecutors sought a two-year ban, however, arguing that Niersbach should have spoken up sooner when he learned of possible wrongdoing. 
 
The ethics committee suspension will force his immediate removal from posts he currently holds on the FIFA Council and UEFA executive committee. 
 
FIFA opened a probe on March 22 targeting six people including Niersbach and Franz Beckenbauer, the German football legend and World Cup organising committee chief, over their roles in the bidding process, amid allegations of bribery. 
 
The FIFA investigation followed the release of a report commissioned by the DFB which found that Germany may have bought votes to secure the tournament. 
 
The report linked Beckenbauer to a suspect deal with disgraced former FIFA bigwig Jack Warner. 
 
(AFP)

FIFA prosecutors sought a two-year ban, however, arguing that Niersbach should have spoken up sooner when he learned of possible wrongdoing

FIFA's ethics committee today banned Wolfgang Niersbach, former president of the German Football Association (DFB), for one year over misconduct surrounding the country's successful 2006 World Cup bid. "Mr Niersbach has been banned for one year from all football-related activities," a statement from FIFA's in-house court said, noting that the German official "failed to report findings about possible misconduct concerning the awarding of the 2006 FIFA World Cup". Niersbach served as vice-president of the 2006 World Cup organising committee. He resigned from the German federation last November amid accusations that the DFB used a slush fund of 10 million Swiss francs (6.7 million euros, $8 million, according to the exchange rate at that time) in 2000 to buy the right to host the tournament. The 65-year-old has said he will now consider whether to appeal the decision. "This decision hits me very hard," Niersbach told SID, an AFP subsidiary. "I think this sanction is inappropriate and over the top." "I will let my lawyer advise me as to whether I will appeal against the decision." "After the hearing in Zurich, I was confident that the Ethics Commission would impose no sanction. I have once again acknowledged and regretted my mistakes." Niersbach had insisted that quitting his job should have been punishment enough because he was not directly accused of paying bribes or financially benefitting from corruption. FIFA prosecutors sought a two-year ban, however, arguing that Niersbach should have spoken up sooner when he learned of possible wrongdoing. The ethics committee suspension will force his immediate removal from posts he currently holds on the FIFA Council and UEFA executive committee. FIFA opened a probe on March 22 targeting six people including Niersbach and Franz Beckenbauer, the German football legend and World Cup organising committee chief, over their roles in the bidding process, amid allegations of bribery. The FIFA investigation followed the release of a report commissioned by the DFB which found that Germany may have bought votes to secure the tournament. The report linked Beckenbauer to a suspect deal with disgraced former FIFA bigwig Jack Warner. (AFP)

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FIFA bans former German boss Wolfgang Niersbach