text: The official proceedings start at 16:23 CET with the match between Germany and Costa Rica kicking off at 18:00.\n\nAt approximately 16:38 the FIFA World Cup Trophy will be brought to center field escorted by German super-model Claudia Schiffer and Brazil soccer legend Pele.\n\nLater all world champion players still alive today will appear in the stadium before President Kohler inaugurates the World Championships at 17:00hrs.