Germany's stars partied until dawn after securing their World Cup berth with even coach Joachim Loew admitting to a cheeky pre-press conference beer following their win over Ireland.
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Germany face Sweden away in their final World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, but his stars seized the opportunity by partying until 0430 on Saturday morning after Loew gave them the weekend off.
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Germany booked their Brazil 2014 place with a 3-0 win over Republic of Ireland in Cologne on Friday with Brazilian music and a barrel of beer soon pumping out in the dressing room after the final whistle.
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"It was the first time I drank a beer before a press conference, but it tasted good," quipped Loew.
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There is only pride at stake on Tuesday with Germany confirmed Group C winners, while the second-placed Swedes face a World Cup play-off in November.
Germany deserve to be there cos they've been fantastic in recent years. Congratz to them!