By Stuart Fraser
It was party time for Germany after clinching their fourth World Cup with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final on Sunday.
After collecting the famous trophy, the Germans continued the party with singing and dancing in the dressing room.
They were even joined by chancellor Angela Merkel and president Joachim Gauck for the celebrations.
Sami Khedira posted a selfie featuring Merkel on Instagram. He wrote: 'Best selfie ever!! World Champion 2014 Thank you Mrs Angela Merkel.'
Later, the team arrived back at their hotel in Rio de Janeiro where the party continued with a rendition of the Championes chant.
Mario Gotze, 22, was the hero for Germany on Sunday night, coming off the bench to score the winner with just seven minutes of extra time remaining.
The Germany squad and staff are expected to arrive home on Tuesday morning where a hero's welcome will no doubt await.
Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/worldcup2014/article-2691094/Germany-celebrate-World-Cup-victory-Angela-Merkel-joins-dressing-room-party.html
