India, July 1 -- German football's week of turmoil deepened further after investigators searched the headquarters of the German Football Association (DFB) as part of a probe linked to suspected ticketing and hospitality violations during Euro 2024.

The development came just days after Germany's shock FIFA World Cup 2026 exit against Paraguay, adding another layer of scrutiny around the country's football establishment. However, the investigation is not connected to Germany's World Cup campaign and instead relates to allegations around the 2024 European Championship, which was hosted across 10 German cities.

According to Reuters, German investigators carried out nationwide searches on Wednesday, including at the DFB offices, as part of a...