The German national team was considered one of the main favorites before the unexpected loss to the Mexican team. In this regard, after the crushing victories of Russians over the players of Saudi Arabia and Egypt, the German channel Welt recommended that its players "take the example from the Russians". "The German team lacks passion and courage". The journalist noted that after the defeat of Mexico in the next match with Sweden, the Germans should show themselves as much as possible and give fans the same large-scale celebration as the Russians. German team arrived in Sochi on Wednesday, June 20. The team meet with footballers of Sweden on Saturday, June 23 at 21:00 Moscow time.