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Osorio says Mexico can compete with Germany

Osorio says Mexico can compete with Germany

Mexico head coach Juan Carlos Osorio said Saturday that his team "could compete" with reigning champions Germany at their first 2018 World Cup match, which will take place at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday. 17 Jun 2018
Low: Portugal v Spain was ‘a game between champions’

Low: Portugal v Spain was ‘a game between champions’

Germany head coach Joachim Low said on Saturday that Portugal’s match against Spain was "a game between champions", as his side continue their preparations for Sunday’s FIFA World Cup match against Mexico. 16 Jun 2018
Germany desperate for flying start

Germany desperate for flying start

Germany head coach Joachim Low said on Saturday he was sure that his team would get off to a good start at the FIFA World Cup in Russia. 16 Jun 2018
Low 'Does Not Dream' of Repeating 2014 Success at 2018 FIFA World Cup

Low 'Does Not Dream' of Repeating 2014 Success at 2018 FIFA World Cup

Germany head coach Joachim Low said on Saturday that he "did not dream" of repeating Germany's 2014 FIFA World Cup success at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 16 Jun 2018
Germany remember Mexico's 'Weak Spots'

Germany remember Mexico's 'Weak Spots'

PSG and Germany midfielder Julian Draxler said Saturday that Germany had noticed some of the Mexico's "weak spots" at the Confederations Cup in 2017. 16 Jun 2018
Germany Have Excellent Players, But Luck Could Play Its Part Says Lahm

Germany Have Excellent Players, But Luck Could Play Its Part Says Lahm

Former Germany defender and 2014 World Cup champion Philipp Lahm said Friday that Germany have excellent players, who have the potential to go a long way at the 2018 World Cup, but a lot will depend on luck. 16 Jun 2018
Kimmich: Don't call me the next Philipp Lahm

Kimmich: Don't call me the next Philipp Lahm

Bayern Munich and Germany defender Joshua Kimmich said Friday that he did not try to follow in the footsteps of former Germany defender Philipp Lahm, but did his best to evolve into a strong player with a style of his own. 15 Jun 2018
Team Director Bierhoff Says Germany Need Couple of Days to Adapt to World Cup in Russia

Team Director Bierhoff Says Germany Need Couple of Days to Adapt to World Cup in Russia

Team director Oliver Bierhoff said on Friday that Germany will need a couple of days to adapt to the conditions of the World Cup in Russia and work out their logistics. 15 Jun 2018
Kimmich says Germany will be 'well prepared' for Mexico match

Kimmich says Germany will be 'well prepared' for Mexico match

Bayern Munich and Germany defender Joshua Kimmich said Germany would be "well prepared" for their first 2018 World Cup match. 15 Jun 2018
Germany Midfielder Kroos Says Team Hopes to Defend Title at 2018 FIFA World Cup

Germany Midfielder Kroos Says Team Hopes to Defend Title at 2018 FIFA World Cup

MOSCOW, June 14 (Sputnik) - Germany midfielder Toni Kroos said Thursday that after a series of lackluster friendlies the team were ready to prove their worth at the 2018 FIFA World Cup and defend their title. 14 Jun 2018
Kroos: We've got a great atmosphere

Kroos: We've got a great atmosphere

Germany's squad football are satisfied with the conditions at their base camp as the team has the opportunity to train in a good and working atmosphere, Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Tony Kroos said on Thursday. 14 Jun 2018
Germany stars praise Joachim Low

Germany stars praise Joachim Low

Jerome Boateng and Toni Kroos have praised Germany head coach Joachim Low as a "top-level coach" and "good person." 14 Jun 2018
Boateng: 'We'll watch the opening match together'

Boateng: 'We'll watch the opening match together'

The German squad will get together to watch the opening game of the World Cup, defender Jerome Boateng says. 14 Jun 2018
Kroos: Spain's boss-swap won't affect their World Cup chances

Kroos: Spain's boss-swap won't affect their World Cup chances

Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Toni Kroos says the sacking of Julen Lopetegui as Spain head coach on the eve of the FIFA World Cup would not affect their chances at the tournament. 14 Jun 2018
German Retiree Arrives in Moscow for FIFA World Cup by Tractor

German Retiree Arrives in Moscow for FIFA World Cup by Tractor

Hubert Wirth, a 70-year-old German football fan, has arrived in Moscow for the 2018 FIFA World Cup on a prewar tractor, according to Moscow's parking management company. 14 Jun 2018
Australia above Germany: The complete World Cup form guide

Australia above Germany: The complete World Cup form guide

Australia are heading into the Word Cup in hotter form than the 2014 winners and top-ranked team, Germany. 14 Jun 2018
Brazil Midfielder Paulinho Names Five World Cup Favorites

Brazil Midfielder Paulinho Names Five World Cup Favorites

SOCHI, June 13 (Sputnik) - Brazil midfielder Paulinho named Germany, France, Belgium, Spain and Argentina as 2018 FIFA World Cup favorites on Wednesday. 14 Jun 2018
Grass at Germany's Training Center 'Too Long' But Center 'Very Good' Overall - Head Coach

Grass at Germany's Training Center 'Too Long' But Center 'Very Good' Overall - Head Coach

VATUTINKI, June 13 (Sputnik) - Germany head coach Joachim Low said on Wednesday that the grass at the team’s training ground was a little bit too long but the training center was "very good" overall. 14 Jun 2018
UK Singer Williams backing Germany

UK Singer Williams backing Germany

UK pop singer Robbie Williams is backing Germany to retain their World Cup title in Russia. 13 Jun 2018
Low Shocked by Lopetegui Sacking

Low Shocked by Lopetegui Sacking

Germany head coach Joachim Low said on Wednesday that he was "shocked" by the decision to fire Julen Lopetegui as Spain head coach just a day before the start of the FIFA World Cup. 13 Jun 2018
Germany prepare for battle

Germany prepare for battle

World champions Germany have held their first training session in front of a wild crowd today after arriving in Russia to defend their 2014 title. 13 Jun 2018