Photo Gallery German Team Feels World Cup Pressure
The Women's World Cup this summer was supposed to increase the sport's scope and importance in Germany, meanwhile fans expect the country's team to take home the title for a third time. With expectations higher than ever, the players are feeling the pressure.
Germany team trainer Silvia Neid leads the women's World Cup team in an advertisement for clothing label Cinque.
Simone Laudehr (right) celebrates with her teammates after their 1-0 victory over Nigeria on June 30. The tough match had fans and commentators question whether the team is up to meeting expectations for a third World Cup title.
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Hype ahead of the tournament has put massive pressure on the national team. Meanwhile television viewership has been impressive, though not comparable to a men's tournament.
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But the Germans haven't played as well as expected.
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Here German Chancellor Angela Merkel and German Football Association (DFB) head Theo Zwanziger react to an unfavorable play during Germany's first match, when they beat Canada 1-0.
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