Three-time winners Germany begin their World Cup campaign by facing Australia in a Group D game in Durban. Germany and Australia have met on two previous occasions. Their first meeting came at the 1974 World Cup and West Germany enjoyed a 3-0 victory. They met again in Germany at the 2005 Confederations Cup and the home side again won 4-3.

Live: Germany v Australia

The match is over: Germany 4-0 Australia