Fans arrive for the start of a Group G match between the U.S. and Germany at the Pernambuco Arena in Recife. The signed letter, which was distributed by the official US Soccer Twitter feed and then shared again by Klinsmann himself, even suggests managers “act like a good leader and take the day off as well” to back the team. U.S. midfielder Jermaine Jones (C) plays the ball. Trump says he won't participate in virtual 2nd presidential debate, Hurricane Delta may bring "life-threatening" storm surge to Gulf Coast, VP debate fact check: Supreme Court, Swine Flu and more, Trump takes aim at "disappointing" FBI director, Police bodycam videos show night Breonna Taylor was killed, Georgia city's history of overpolicing belies liberal image, Unemployment applications remain high as job market stalls, Women allege assault, harassment, rape by Fort Hood soldiers. Jermaine Jones of the United States reacts. A U.S. fan looks on prior to the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil group G match between the United States and Germany. “The #USMNT has a critical World Cup game vs Germany and we will need the full support of the nation if we are to advance to the next round. U.S. coach Juergen Klinsmann shouts during their 2014 World Cup Group G soccer match against Germany. Germany's midfielder Toni Kroos (R) jumps for the ball during a Group G football match between the U.S. and Germany. Fabian Johnson (C) of the U.S. is challenged by Germany's Benedikt Hoewedes (L) and Lukas Podolski. Today’s match is of particular significance for Klinsmann, who received 108 caps for Germany and West Germany in the 1980s and ‘90s, scoring 47 goals. Tim Howard of the United States makes a save during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil group G match between the United States and Germany. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. The ‘doctor’s sick note’-style letter is addressed ‘to whom it may concern’, and signed off ‘Go USA!’, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. “I understand that this absence may reduce the productivity of your workplace, but I can assure you that it is for an important cause,” Klinsmann wrote. U.S. fans watching from Hermosa Beach, Calif., react to Thomas Muller's goal for Germany against the United States. It began on 28 June with the round of 16 and ended on 13 July with the final match of the tournament, held at Estádio do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro.The top two teams from each group (16 in total) advanced to the knockout stage to compete in a single-elimination tournament. Battleground Tracker: Latest polls, state of the race and more, 5 things to know about CBS News' 2020 Battleground Tracker, CBS News coverage of voting rights issues. World Cup 2014: USA 0-1 Germany highlights. Germany's Miroslav Klose (L) fights for the ball with DaMarcus Beasley of the U.S. Kyle Beckerman of the U.S. and Germany's Mario Goetze (L) fights for the ball. Soccer fans walk through the pouring rain as they arrive at the stadium prior to a Group G match between U.S. and Germany at the Pernambuco Arena in Recife, Brazil, June 26, 2014. View the starting lineups and subs for the USA vs Germany match on 26.06.2014, plus access full match preview and predictions. Signed Jurgen Klinsmann, Head Coach, US National team.”. Interest in Klinsmann's team and the World Cup in general has reached new heights in the States with record television audiences and widespread media coverage. USA vs Germany World Cup 2014: Signed Jurgen Klinsmann note urges bosses to give employees day off to support US ‘soccer’ team. Copyright © 2020 CBS Interactive Inc.All rights reserved. Omar Gonzalez of the U.S. tackles Germany's Thomas Mueller (R). The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. U.S. soccer fans cheer at the start of the team's 2014 World Cup Group G soccer match against Germany at a viewing party under the Manhattan Bridge in New York, June 26, 2014. Tim Howard (L), goalkeeper, coach Chris Woods (2nd R) and Brad Guzan of the United States move a water-filled tarp prior to the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil group G match between the United States and Germany. Germany vs Ghana. What happens if the president doesn't accept the election results? Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Omar Gonzalez of the U.S. jumps for the ball with Germany's Thomas Mueller (R). A draw against the strong German team will be enough to see the US through to the knockout stages, but if they lose a big win for either Ghana or Portugal in the other game could see them knocked out. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Goalkeeper Tim Howard of the U.S. saves the ball in front of Germany's Thomas Mueller. Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. 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Please continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates. How do I vote in my state in the 2020 election? Germany's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer (L) jumps for a ball shot by U.S. forward Clint Dempsey (R) who missed the goal. Story of the match: Torrential rain in Recife means many fans miss kick off; Thomas Muller scores his fourth goal of the tournament to give Germany the win Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Election Day could turn into "Election Week" with rise in mail ballots. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. A U.S. supporter cheers prior to a Group G match between the U.S. and Germany at the Pernambuco Arena in Recife, Brazil, during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, June 26, 2014. What's the status of a second $1,200 stimulus check? Jermaine Jones of the United States is challenged by Benedikt Hoewedes of Germany during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil group G match. Now, though, they may have been given the ultimate excuse to skip work and watch the game, after the team’s head coach Jurgen Klinsmann penned a “doctor’s note”-style letter urging bosses to let them have time off. The knockout stage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup was the second and final stage of the competition, following the group stage. Germany's Thomas Mueller (L) shakes hands with Kyle Beckerman of the U.S. Alejandro Bedoya of the United States receives treatment after a collision during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil group G match between the United States and Germany. Germany's Thomas Mueller (unseen) scores past goalkeeper Tim Howard of the U.S. Germany's Thomas Mueller (L) celebrates his goal against the U.S. with his teammates. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. German fans celebrate while they watch the FIFA World Cup Germany vs. USA match, on a giant screen in Berlin, Germany June 26, 2014. Our journalists will try to respond by joining the threads when they can to create a true meeting of independent Premium. Credit: Frederic J. Brown/AFP/Getty Images. Germany's Thomas Mueller challenges goalkeeper Tim Howard of the U.S.. U.S. fans cheer as they await the U.S. vs. Germany match, at Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C., June 26, 2014. The two teams had met in three previous matches, including in the 2010 FIFA World Cup group stage, won by Germany 1–0.. After a goalless first half, Germany took the lead when Thomas Müller crossed from the right for Mario Götze, whose header went in off his thigh.Ghana equalised three minutes later, when André Ayew headed in Harrison Afful's cross from the right.
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