Germany are world champions
Germany are the 2014 world cup champions. The Germans defeated Argentina to win the biggest prize in world football.
The Germans emerged as 1-0 winners over Argentina.
The match was taken to extra time after it ended goalless at the end of regulation time.
Mario Gotze will be the name on everyone's lips for the next four years.
The Bayern Munich midfielder scored the winning goal in the 22nd minute of extra-time.
Phillip Lahm's nation ended a 24 year drought since they last won the famous trophy in 1990.
Lionel Messi was won the golden ball while Manuel Nauer scooped the golden glove.
The Netherlands finished third while the hosts Brazil were fourth.
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