German Team Arrives Home to Heroes' Welcome

Tens of thousands of German football fans are giving a hero's welcome to the World Cup-winning team in Berlin.

Many have gathered and cheered the triumphant players who arrived from Rio de Janeiro.

The main celebration is at the Brandenburg Gate, where players are displaying the cup on a large stage.

It is the fourth German cup won and the first since reunification in 1990.

The team's 1-0 victory over Argentina sparked delirious scenes across Germany.

The team arrived in an open-top bus emblazoned with the years they have won the competition.

Source: BBC