Northern Ireland 0-1 Germany

Northern Ireland [0] - Germany [1]

Gomez (29')


Northern Ireland were beaten by world champions Germany but still advanced to the last 16 of Euro 2016 after the Czech Republic's 2-0 defeat by Turkey.


Germany wasted several chances before and after Mario Gomez scored the game's only goal in Paris.

Mario Gomez after scoring a goal

The Czechs' loss meant Northern Ireland go through as one of four best third-placed teams as they have a better record than Albania and Turkey.

Michael O'Neill's side will face Wales or hosts France in the last 16.

Northern Ireland finished the group stage with three points, the same number as Albania and Turkey, but boast a better goal difference than their rivals.

They have reached the knockout stages of a major tournament for just the third time in their history.

Despite losing, Northern Ireland's fans were in boisterous mood as they stayed inside the Parc des Princes long after the final whistle.

The players were given a rousing reception by the fans in green shirts who sang themselves hoarse from the start of the match.

They looked in trouble early on when Germany - who win Group C ahead of Poland on goal difference - created a number of golden opportunities.

But resolute defending, outstanding goalkeeping and a bit of luck saw NI's defence breached on just the one occasion

O'Neill's side would have suffered a heavier defeat but for the heroics of Michael McGovern.

The keeper, who is out of contract after two years at Hamilton, pulled off a series of grand saves and has never conceded more than one goal in any of his 14 appearances for his country.

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