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Germany wins World Cup

For the fourth time, and first time since 1990, Germany has won the FIFA World Cup. Mario Gotze scored in the 112th minute to give the German side a 1-0 win in extra time in Sunday’s tournament final against Argentina.
Brad Coccimiglio
Brad Coccimiglio

For the fourth time, and first time since 1990, Germany has won the FIFA World Cup.

Mario Gotze scored in the 112th minute to give the German side a 1-0 win in extra time in Sunday’s tournament final against Argentina.

Argentina’s Lionel Messi had an opportunity to force penalty kicks but his free kick in the 120th minute was high, giving the Germans the victory.

For more on Sunday’s World Cup final, consult your preferred online source for international soccer.

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Brad Coccimiglio

About the Author: Brad Coccimiglio

A graduate of Loyalist College’s Sports Journalism program, Brad Coccimiglio’s work has appeared in The Hockey News as well as online at FoxSports.com in addition to regular freelance work with SooToday before joining the team full time.
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