Extended Loew for Germany

Germany coach Joachim Loew will remain in his job despite the World Cup debacle which saw the holders crash out after the group stages, according to reports on Tuesday. Both Germany's best-selling daily Bild and Sport Bild magazine say the 58-year-old will stay on to rebuild the national team, which finished bottom of their group in Russia. The Germans bowed out after shock defeats to Mexico and South Korea. It was the first time since 1938 that a Germany side failed to get past the first round at a World Cup finals -- a huge dent to Loew's reputation after 12 successful years in charge. The German Football Association has yet to confirm the reports, but Loew has a contract until the 2022. Loew has promised a clearout of the squad and several of the World Cup winners who under-performed so badly in Russia may have played their last game for their country. "It needs far-reaching measures, it needs clear change," Loew said last week when Germany arrived home in disgrace.

 

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